Insights Care: Altasciences—An Advanced Approach to Drug Development (2024 CRO Innovator Excellence)

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Altasciences’ Commitment to Supporting Pharma and Biotech With Comprehensive Bioanalytical Services

Greater Montréal, Québec, 11/13, 2024Altasciences, a trusted drug development research partner  for over 30 years, continues its commitment to providing world-class bioanalytical services. This core business supports both preclinical and clinical studies conducted at Altasciences’ facilities, while also offering an extensive standalone solution to meet the diverse needs of clients. By delivering high-quality, flexible bioanalytical services, Altasciences remains dedicated to advancing drug development and empowering clients across every phase of research.

For three decades now, Altasciences has taken pride in evolving their solutions to meet the needs of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies of all sizes, including the expansion of their labs in Seattle, WA, Columbia, MO, and Laval, Quebec. Their three state-of-the-art bioanalytical laboratories feature mirrored operations and uniform protocols to maintain consistency and quality across client projects, ensuring reliable, high-quality data regardless of location. This high level of harmonization enables the seamless transfer and sharing of methods across its multiple laboratory sites, allowing the analysis of hundreds of thousands of samples efficiently.

“Our extensive bioanalytical offerings are designed to support both standalone projects and Altasciences' integrated drug development solutions. Whether for preclinical or clinical studies, we provide tailored solutions to meet specific research needs. At Altasciences, we’re committed to facilitating every phase of the scientific journey with precision and care,” said Dr. Lynne Le Sauteur, Vice President of Laboratory Sciences at Altasciences. 

Altasciences’ bioanalytical services are built around a comprehensive suite of capabilities tailored for both small and large molecules. Core offerings include drug quantification, metabolite and biomarker analysis, and immunogenicity testing, to support and advance a molecule from discovery to market. 

Altasciences’ bioanalytical approach focuses on three core pillars: understanding and anticipating client needs as scientists, creating innovative solutions, and fostering collaboration through transparent communication. This client-centered approach has helped Altasciences build lasting partnerships, assisting clients in meeting complex regulatory standards while maintaining scientific rigor.

To promote Altasciences’ bioanalytical services from discovery to Phase IV, they recently launched their Unveiling the Invisible video campaign to showcase how their bioanalytical solutions provide critical insights that unveil the invisible and drive the creation of innovative therapies.

View the fascinating video series here.

About Altasciences

Altasciences is an integrated drug development solution company offering pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies a proven, flexible approach to preclinical and clinical pharmacology studies, including formulation, manufacturing, and analytical services. For over 30 years, Altasciences has been partnering with sponsors to help support educated, faster, and more complete early drug development decisions. Altasciences’ integrated, full-service solutions include preclinical safety testing, clinical pharmacology and proof of concept, bioanalysis, program management, medical writing, biostatistics, clinical monitoring, and data management, all customizable to specific sponsor requirements. Altasciences helps sponsors get better drugs to the people who need them, faster. To learn more about Altasciences, visit Altasciences.com.

Julie-Ann Cabana
Altasciences
jcabana@altasciences.com  
 

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