Bulk Harvest Testing: Myths, Best Practices, and Common Pitfalls

When:  Jun 10, 2026 from 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM (Melbourne time)
Associated with  National Space

With 50+ years of experience and over 40,000 tests run annually at our GMP biologics testing facilities, Charles River provides comprehensive testing services for a wide range of modalities.

This session will cover:

  • Scientific and regulatory rationale for bulk harvest testing
  • Current regulatory expectations and ICH Q5A(R2) updates
  • IND vs. commercial testing requirements
  • APAC-specific practices and two real-world case studies

Speakers:

  • Dr. Kerstin Brack – Scientific Director, Global Biosafety, Charles River
    Subject matter expert in biosafety testing of biologicals; formerly headed biosafety and bioassay departments at Charles River Germany.
  • Dr. Olaf Stamm – Technical Business Development Director, Charles River
    PhD in molecular parasitology; joined Charles River in 2003; focuses on business development and regulatory consulting in APAC.
  • Anurag Tulsyan – Managing Director, Zelle Biotechnology
    Founder of Zelle Biotechnology (20+ years in Indian biotech sector); specializes in biologics development and advanced technologies.
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Contact

Tara Cassidy

tara.cassidy@crl.com

Location

Online Instructions:
Url: https://www.pharmafocusasia.com/charles-river-bulk-harvest-testing-myths-best-practices-pitfalls-live-webinar
Login: Register through the link and login instructions will be shared over email.