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2007 - ExcipientFest - 2007

April 24th & 25th, 2007 - Ritz Carlton Hotel - San Juan, Puerto Rico


Puerto Rico's best Pharma Event
with all the top Exhibitors and
Cutting-Edge Tech Conferences


The two day event has become one of the leading international forums devoted to scientific developments in excipient technology. This year proved to be a true educational bridge between worldwide excipient manufacturers and Puerto Rico’s demanding pharmaceutical industry, with more then 60 Exhibitors and over 700 pharma scientists & professionals in attendance.

ExcipientFest Puerto Rico- 2007 featured in-depth presentations, hands-on short-courses, and a poster session focused on new excipient technologies and regulatory issues. The conference is designed to have a total science focus and to be true to the role of functionality of pharmaceutical ingredients in the formulation process. ExcipientFest proves once more, that the real magic in pharma begins with the science... and the science is the fun!


Thank you for your support
& see you next year!




2007 Technical & Regulatory Conferences

Benefits of Separating De-Agglomerating Agents in Formulation & Stabilization of Orally Disintegrating Tablets (ODT) Mr. Dev K Mehra- Huber Engineered Materials

International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) Compliance Guidelines: Costs & Benefits for Excipients Mr. Augustine Concilio- Rohm & Haas

Problematic Formulation Processes with Acrylic Film and Particle Coatings made Easy Mr. Daniel Shaheen- Mutchler Inc. USA

The Changing Paradigm of Excipient Qualification Ms. Alexa Smith- Colorcon

Co-processing of Actives for Enhanced Formulation Functionality Dr. Alan Guy, PhD- JRS Pharma

Use of Roller Compaction in Development of Solid dosage Forms Dr. Paul Sheskey, PhD- Dow Chemical

Pharmaceutical Ingredient Supply Management: The Role of Distribution Mr. Tom Nist, Univar & Jane Wells, Univar- DCAT (Drug, Chemical & Associated Technologies Association)

Guidelines for a Better Dissolution of Immediate Release Tablets Mr. Valdemir Passos- Blanver USA

A Versatile Lipidic Excipient for Tablets- in Sustained Release, Lubrication & Coating Applications Ms. Jasmine Musakhanian- Gattefosse USA

Powder & Tabletting Characteristics of a new Multifunctional Excipient specifically Developed for Direct Compression Mr. Oliver Luhn- Palatinit

Preparation of Sustained Release Granules using MCC Spherical Seed Cores Dr. Yoshihito Yaginuma, PhD- Asahi Kasei
PAT & Manufacturing Science: A Puerto Rico Initiative Mr. Rodolfo Romanach PhD- University of Puerto Rico Mayaguez

DOE of Film Coating Ingredients for Prediction of Coating Performance & Problem Solving Dr. Stuart Porter, PhD & Lana Terzian- ISP


Meaningful Characterization of Excipients & API's Mr. Robert Tuohy- Emerson Resources

Application of Polymethyl Acrylic Acid in Soft-gel Capsules Mr. Charles Onyiuke- BASF Pharma Solutions

Does Characterization of Excipient Physical & Chemical Properties Build Quality into the Drug Product? An Excipient view! Dr. Brian Carlin, PhD- FMC BioPolymers USA

Applications of Polymethacrylate Polymers in Matrix Dosage Forms Dr. Nasser Nyamweya, PhD- Degussa Rohm Pharma Polymers

SUPAC in 2007: Components, Composition & Manufacturing Changes Mr. Joseph Zeleznik- JRS Pharma

Comparative Tabletting Characteristics of Vegetable vs. Bovine Magnesium Separate Mr. Pieter Gommans- Peter Greven

Patents of Excipients: Science? Law? Business? Mr. Arthur Deboeck- Galephar Pharmaceuticals

Partially Pregelatinized Starch in Moisture Sensitive Applications Mr. Charlie Cunningham- Colorcon

Polymers for Versatile Formulations of Oral Solids and Tablets of Controlled Release Dr. Elena Draganoiu, Ph.D- Noveon

Auditing the Excipient Manufacturer Mr. Edwin Silverstein & Mr. Art Falk- IPEA (IPEC)

Specialty Colloidal Silicon Dioxide - Modified to Perform Mr. Paul M. Fox- Degussa AEROSIL



Workshops

Design of Experiments (DoE) as a Tool for Pharma Manufacturing, Tech Transfer & Troubleshooting - Emerson Resources, Inc.

Film Coating Technology for Pharmaceutical Applications
- Colorcon Inc.

Pharma Formulation Workshop for Tablet Dosage Forms
- Emerson Resources, Inc.

Cleaning of Excipients: Optimal Cleaning Chemistries, Mechanisms and Validation for Difficult Insoluble Coatings & Polymers
- Dober Group

2007 - ExcipientFest - 2007

2006 - ExcipientFest - 2006

April 25th & 26th, 2006 - Ritz Carlton Hotel - San Juan, Puerto Rico


Puerto Rico's best Pharma Event
with World-class Exhibitors and
Cutting-edge Tech Conferences


ExcipientFest celebrated it’s sixth birthday, and what a show it was!

The two day event has become one of the leading international forums devoted to scientific developments in excipient technology. This year proved to be a true educational bridge between worldwide excipient manufacturers and Puerto Rico’s demanding pharmaceutical industry, with over 600 pharma scientists and professionals from more than 100 companies in attendance.

ExcipientFest 2006 featured in-depth presentations, hands-on short-courses, and a poster session focused on new excipient technologies and regulatory issues. The conference is designed to have a total science focus and to be true to the role of functionality of pharmaceutical ingredients in the formulation process. ExcipientFest proves once more, that the real magic in pharma begins with the science... and the science is the fun!

Thank you for your support
& see you next year!


Don’t Miss ExcipientFest- Puerto Rico
April 24th & 25th - Ritz Carlton Hotel - San Juan, PR
& ExcipientFest- IRELAND
June 2007 - Cork, Ireland


2006 Speakers & Presentations
EXCIPIENTFEST-Technical Seminar

Superdisintegrants: General considerations for Synthesis & Usage Dr. John Langridge, PhD- DMV International


Successful Technical Leadership Mr. Walter Strathy- Emerson Resources

Structure & Dry Binding Activity of Copovidone & its Fine Grade Dr. Anisul Quadir, PhD- BASF Pharma Solutions

Innovative & Streamlined Coating System Alternative for Sugar- Coated Tablets Dr. Gerard Thone, PhD- FMC Biopolymers USA

Principles & Application of Erodible Drug-Polymer Matrix Systems Dr. Thomas Dürig, PhD- Aqualon USA

Taste Masking: Taking the “Yeuch” out of Medicine Dr. Lyn Huges, PhD- Rohm & Haas

Compression of Particles Coated with Polymethacrylate Copolymers Mr. Muthaiah Annamalai- Degussa Röhm Pharma Polymers

Optimized Manufacturing Efficiency through High Functionality Ingredients Mr. Joseph Zeleznik- JRS Pharma USA

Impact of Polymeric Excipient Selection & Process Variables on Hot Melt Extrusion Mr. Mark Hall- Dow Chemical

Prediction of Compaction Effects of Formulation Excipients in High- Speed Press using Statistical Optimization Dr. Dipan Ray, PhD- ISP

Partially Pregelatinized Starch in High Shear Wet Granulation Applications Mr. Gus Labella- Colorcon

Pre-Formulation Process Evaluation: The Key Drug Delivery Efficiency Dr. Enrique Nieves, PhD- Patheon Mova

Functionality Advantages of High Quality Magnesium Stearate in Solid Dosage Forms Mr. Pieter Grommans- Peter Greven Nederland CV

Specific Benefit Optimization from Excipients via Changes in Physical Parameters Mr. Valdemir Passos- Blanver USA

Excipient Regulatory Conference & Panel

Optimum Facilities Design for Warehousing of Pharmaceutical Products & Storage of Hazardous Materials Mr. Gonzalo González P.E.- Alpha Engineering Group, PSC

Bulk Pharmaceutical Excipients: GMP Compliance Dr. Erwin Silverstein, PhD- IBS Consulting in Quality LLC

Alternatives for the Pharma Formulator: Post-Approval Excipient Changes –IPEC/SUPAC Mr. Daniel Shaheen- Mutchler Inc. USA

Exceeding Compliance of cGMP/QA Requirements for Excipient Manufacturing Dr. Hans Hermans, PhD- DMV International GmbH

Successful Cleaning of Difficult to Clean Excipients Mr. Dan Doberez- Dober Group

Excipient Acceptance, Assessment & Control – IPEC’s New Guidelines for Safety Evaluation, Information Sharing & GMP Mr. Dave Schoneker- Colorcon

Short-Courses

Pharma Formulation Workshop for Tablet Dosage Forms - Emerson Resources, Inc.

Film Coating Technology for Pharmaceutical Applications
- Colorcon Inc.

2006 - ExcipientFest - 2006

2005 - ExcipientFest - 2005

April 19th & 20th, 2005 - Ritz Carlton Hotel - San Juan, Puerto Rico

2005 Speakers & Presentations
EXCIPIENTFEST-Technical Seminar

Functionality Advantages of Non-Bovine Lubricants in Solid Dosage Forms: Magnesium Stearate Mr. Pieter Gommans - Peter Greven Nederland CV


Statistical Tools for Evaluation of Process Optimizations and Troubleshooting Mr. Adolfo Gomez- Emerson Resources, Inc.

Development of High Functionality Excipients for Immediate & Sustained Release Dosage Forms Dr. Anisul Quadir, PhD- BASF Pharma Solutions

Compaction Simulators, from Development to Production Mr. Gregory Thoorens- FMC

Addressing Transdermal and Topical Formulation Challenges Using the Unique Properties of Silicones Mr. Micheal Watson- Dow Corning Corporation

Future Generations of Lactose for Direct Compression Dr. John Langridge, PhD- DMV International Pharma

Formulating Aqueous Polymer Film Coating Dispersions with Pigments Dr. Nasser Nyamweya, PhD- Degussa Röhm Pharma Polymers

Advancements in the Application of High Functionality Excipients: Avenues for Product Life Cycle Management Dr. Bob E. Sherwood, PhD- JRS Pharma LP

New Granulation Processes using Foamed Aqueous Binders Dr. Colin Keary, PhD- Dow Chemical Co.

Phase Inversion Temperature Technology for Enhancement of Drug Stability and Delivery System Effectiveness Mr. Guido Baumoeller- Cognis Deutschland GmbH

Binding Fundamentals of Immediate Release Tablets Dr. Richard Salzstein, PhD- Aqualon

Glidants: Effect of Colloidal Silicon Dioxide and Mixing on Powder Flow by Secondary Electron and Atomic Force Microscopy Mr. Paul Fox- Degussa Aerosil

Excipient Regulatory Conference & Panel

Impact of FDA’s PAT Initiatives on Excipient Qualification, Supplier Change Notification & Improved Supplier-User Relationships Mr. David Schoneker-Director Global Regulatory Affairs-Colorcon

Biotechnology: A Future Perspective & GMP Requirements for Finished Product Mr. Jose Caraballo - Associate Director of Quality Operations - Amgen Puerto Rico

Monitoring & Modeling Methods for Dry Powder Blending & Segregation Dr. Teresa Carvajal PhD - Associate Professor of Industrial Pharmacy - Purdue University

Standardized Technical Guidance Documents vs. Supplier Questionnaires: An IPEC Initiative Ms. Victoria Shaheen - Tech Support & Regulatory Director - Mutchler Inc.

Panel Discussion:
Key Regulatory Issues Affecting Excipients: The Present and Future.

Short-Courses

Pharmaceutical Formulation Workshop for Tablet Dosage Forms - Emerson Resources, Inc.

Film Coating Technology for Pharmaceutical Applications
- Colorcon Inc.

2005 - ExcipientFest - 2005

2004 - ExcipientFest - 2004
"Linking Pharma Industry to Global Trends"
April 15th &16th, 2004 - Ritz Carlton Hotel - San Juan, Puerto Rico

2004 Speakers & Presentations
EXCIPIENTFEST-Technical Seminar

Super Disintegrants: Optimum Efficiency from Natural Starch Granules- Dr. Xavier Duriez PhD- Roquette


Improvements in Acrylic Coatings- Dr. Charles Signorino PhD- Emerson Resources

Developments in Functionality Efficacy of New Instant Release Coatings vs. Common Instant Release Coatings- Dr. Anisul Quadir PhD- BASF

21 Century Compaction Man: The Nature & Relevance of Pharmaceutical Tabletting in the Future- Dr. Brian Carlin PhD- FMC Biopolymers

Working with FDA: Flexibility & Interpretation of Component Changes in Tablets- Mr. David Schoneker- Colorcon

Lactose for Inhalation and New Developments in Lactose for Direct Compression- Dr. John Langridge, PhD- DMV-Pharma

Development, Characterization & Evaluation of a Novel Multi-Unit Eroding Matrix System for Poorly Soluble Drugs- Dr. Ketan Mehta PhD- Degussa Rhm Pharma

Excipio-Economics: The Rise of High-Functionality Excipients Outperforming Tradition- Dr. Bob E. Sherwood PhD- JRS Pharma

Biotechnology Animal Serum Replacement in Eukaryotic Cell Culture Systems: An Overview- Dr. Rick de Waard PhD- DMV Nutritionals

Three Stages of Effusivity Adoption as a Process Analytical Technology (PAT) Tool- Dr. Nancy Mathis PhD- Mathis Instruments

Evaluation of a Novel Excipient as a Directly Compressible Binder- Mr. Rama Haldar- ISP

Solving Common Pre-Formulation Problems Using Ion Exchange Resins- Dr. Lyn Hughes- PhD / Rhm & Haas

Group Panel Discussion: Future Excipient Technology for Pharmaceutical Formulations and New Drug Applications-

Excipient Regulatory Conference & Panel

Update on IPECs New Guidelines for Excipient Qualification Mr. David Schoneker-Director Global Regulatory Affairs-Colorcon

The Bioterrorism Act: Scope, Implementation, Implications for the Pharma Industry Ms. Victoria Shaheen - Tech Support & Regulatory Director - Mutchler Inc.

Submitting CMC Information for Drug Products: Common Technical Documentation Format Ms. Myra Garcia Senior Regulatory Affairs Associate - Mova Pharmaceuticals

BSE: Risk Assessment of Pharma Ingredients: A Complete Review Dr. Armand Janssen PhD Manager Regulatory Affairs - DMV International

Panel Discussion: Key Regulatory Issues Affecting Excipients: The Present and Future Participants: Excipient Regulatory Speakers (four) and two representatives from industry and FDA.
Short-Course
"Pharmaceutical Formulation Workshop for Tablet Dosage Forms"- Emerson Resources

2004 - ExcipientFest - 2004

2003 - ExcipientFest - 2003
ExcipientFest 2003: The Biggest Yet!
May 2nd, 2003 - Ritz Carlton Hotel - San Juan, Puerto Rico

2003 Speakers & Presentations


Mr. Dwight Mutchler
Mutchler Inc. PR (Vice President)
"Introductions & Market Updates"

Dr. Xavier Duriez PhD
Roquette America (Global Manager/ Pharma.)
"ODT / Fast Melt Oral Dosage Forms: Technical Review and Recommendations"

Dr. Anisul Quadir PhD
BASF (Technical Development Manager)
"The Application of Polyvinylacetate in Control Release Formulation"

Victoria Shaheen
Mutchler Inc. USA (Technical Support Manager)
"IPEC & FDA: Global Harmonization of Excipient Monographs, Auditing & Excipient GMP's"

Dr. Richard Salzstein PhD
Aqualon (Technical Sales Director)
"Modified Release: Role of Cellulosic Derivatives for Formulation and Processing"

Speaker's Panel Debate
"Future Excipient Technology for Pharmaceutical Formulations and New Drug Applications"



2003 - ExcipientFest - 2003


2002 - ExcipientFest - 2002

ExcipientFest 2002: A Rousing Success!
April 17, 2002 - Tropimar Convention Center - San Juan, Puerto Rico

2002 Speakers & Presentations