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PDA 481 Evaluation, Validation and Implementation of Alternative and Rapid Microbiological Testing Methods

Oct 07 - Oct 08, 2021
Washington, DC

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Overview

The control of microorganisms in our manufacturing processes and environments is one of the most important tasks in ensuring products are safe and effective. This is true for conventional pharmaceuticals, biotech products, compounding pharmacy drugs, gene and cell therapy products and radiopharmaceuticals. However, conventional microbiology methods are antiquated and do not support the need for faster, accurate and reproducible results. Therefore, the modern laboratory should develop innovative approaches for the detection, quantification and identification of microorganisms using alternative and rapid microbiological methods (RMM).

This comprehensive training course is designed to provide an intensive review of currently available RMM technologies, validation strategies, applications for use, global regulatory views and validation expectations, financial justification models, and technology identification and implementation plans.

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Agenda

  • Training courses generally run from 8:30 to 16:00 each day. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Trainers

Michael J. Miller
Michael J. Miller
Microbiology Consultants, LLC
Bio
Michael J. Miller
Microbiology Consultants, LLC
Dr. Michael J. Miller is an internationally recognized microbiologist and subject matter expert in pharmaceutical microbiology and the validation and implementation of rapid microbiological methods (RMM). He is currently the President of Microbiology Consultants, LLC (http://microbiologyconsultants.com) and owner of http://rapidmicromethods.com, a website dedicated to the advancement of rapid methods within healthcare related industries.

For 30+ years, he has held numerous R&D, manufacturing, quality, business development and executive leadership roles at multinational firms such as Johnson & Johnson, Eli Lilly and Company and Bausch & Lomb. In his current role, Dr. Miller provides technical, quality and regulatory solutions in support of RMMs, sterile and non-sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing, contamination control and GMPs.

Dr. Miller has authored more than 100 technical publications and presentations and is the editor of PDA’s Encyclopedia of Rapid Microbiological Methods. He currently serves on the editorial and scientific review boards for American Pharmaceutical Review, European Pharmaceutical Review and the PDA Journal of Science and Technology. Dr. Miller is the chairperson for PDA's Technical Report #33 and currently serves as an advisor to the USP Microbiology Expert Committee in the area of rapid sterility testing.

Dr. Miller holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology and Biochemistry from Georgia State University.

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  • Learning Objectives

    Learning Objectives

    1. Discuss the benefits of alternative and RMM technologies as compared with classical microbiological methods
    2. Describe the scientific basis for a variety of technologies that may be qualified as alternative methods to classical microbiology procedures
    3. Explain current regulatory viewpoints, policies and expectations for RMM validation, submissions and implementation
    4. Apply industry best practices for validating new technologies in order to demonstrate that the methods are acceptable for their intended use via IQ, OQ and PQ strategies
    5. Utilize statistical methods to demonstrate equivalence between an alternative method and the compendia method
  • Who Should Attend

    Who Should Attend

    This training course is intended for professionals who are responsible for the conduct of microbiological testing and microbial control strategies in manufacturing and product/process development.

    Departments
    Quality Control, Quality Systems, Quality Compliance, Manufacturing, Technical Operations

    Roles
    Analyst, Specialist, Operator/Technician, Supervisor, Manager

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Grand Hyatt Washington

1000 H St NW
Washington, DC

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    A block of rooms have been reserved for meeting participants at the Grand Hyatt Washington. The rate is $309 for single or double occupancy. Guestroom rates are subject to State and Local taxes. Reservations must be secured by Monday, September 6, 2021. After this date, reservations can be made on a space-and-rate available basis only. Check-in time is 3:00 p.m.; check-out time is 12:00 p.m.

    To make reservations, individuals may click on the reservation link above or call the Grand Hyatt Washington at +1 (202) 582-1234. Be sure to tell the reservationist that you are with the PDA Meeting to receive the PDA group rate.

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How to Get Here

By Air

Reagan National Airport (DCA) is approximately 4.2 miles from the hotel and all major carriers service this airport. Two other airports in the vicinity are both serviced by all major carriers: Dulles International Airport (IAD), 27 miles away, and Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI), 32 miles away. Taxi fares from DCA are approximately $25 one way, not including tip, and will take about 15 minutes. One way taxi fares from IAD is approximately $70 and from BWI about $85.

By Car

The Grand Hyatt Washington is located at 1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001. $42 (per day) Self-Parking; $62 (per day) Contactless (SMS) Valet Parking.

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The Hotel lobby is connected to the WMATA Metro Center train station. Metro fare from Reagan National Airport (DCA) is approximately $2.30 (one-way). To plan your trip please visit www.wmata.com.

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Registration Type Price By August 23, 2021
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