Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Facet Life Sciences Development Solutions for Small Teams with Big Goals ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://facetlifesciences.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog & Insights](https://facetlifesciences.com/blog/) - Expert insights on regulatory strategy, product development, and commercialization tactics for emerging biotech, pharma, and device companies. - [How Do I Determine Good Regulatory Guidance?](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/07/28/regulatory-guidance/) - Learn how to evaluate FDA regulatory guidance, avoid common pitfalls, and align strategy with business goals. - [Facet Life Sciences and XCancer Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Theranostic Clinical Trials](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/11/06/facet-life-sciences-and-xcancer-announce-strategic-partnership-to-advance-theranostic-clinical-trials/) - Facet Life Sciences, a leader in regulatory strategy and drug development services, today announced a strategic partnership with XCancer®, a global leader in theranostic clinical research, to accelerate the development and approval of next-generation radiopharmaceutical therapies in oncology. - [New Services: Strategic Statistical Support](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/02/13/new-services-strategic-statistical-support/) - Facet’s new Strategic Statistical Services group uses statistical principles and methodologies to maximize precision and efficiency in the development of drugs, biologics, medical devices, and combination products. More and more, small organizations are learning the value of statistics to strategically accomplish corporate and development goals more quickly and efficiently. To help our clients leverage every - [Facet Life Sciences Evolves Leadership Structure to Strengthen Product Pathmaking Solutions & Deepen Partnership Value](https://facetlifesciences.com/2026/05/12/facet-life-sciences-evolves-leadership-structure-to-strengthen-product-pathmaking-solutions-deepen-partnership-value/) - Facet Life Sciences, a leader in regulatory strategy and drug development services, today announced a strategic partnership with XCancer®, a global leader in theranostic clinical research, to accelerate the development and approval of next-generation radiopharmaceutical therapies in oncology. - [Facet Life Sciences Appoints Frank A. Closurdo as VP, Commercial Services, Strengthening Integrated Regulatory and Market Guidance](https://facetlifesciences.com/2026/06/01/facet-life-sciences-appoints-frank-a-closurdo-as-vp-commercial-services-strengthening-integrated-regulatory-and-market-guidance/) - Facet Life Sciences, a leader in regulatory strategy and drug development services, today announced a strategic partnership with XCancer®, a global leader in theranostic clinical research, to accelerate the development and approval of next-generation radiopharmaceutical therapies in oncology. - [Sometimes a Second Opinion Is Worth Millions](https://facetlifesciences.com/2026/06/29/sometimes-a-second-opinion-is-worth-millions/) - Emerging biotechs need a different FDA playbook. Facet makes the case in a new Life Sciences Review article. - [Facet Life Sciences Named Regulatory Partner for Cybin’s Neuropsychiatry Therapeutics Development Pipeline](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/12/04/facet-life-sciences-named-regulatory-partner-for-cybins-neuropsychiatry-therapeutics-development-pipeline/) - Facet Life Sciences, a leader in US regulatory strategy and product development solutions for the life sciences industry, has been named as the US regulatory partner for Cybin Inc. (“Cybin”), a late-stage breakthrough neuropsychiatry company committed to revolutionizing mental healthcare by developing new and innovative treatment options to address the large unmet need for people - [Facet's Dana Blue Returns to AMWA Regulatory Writing Subcommittee for 2026](https://facetlifesciences.com/2026/04/15/facets-dana-blue-returns-to-amwa-regulatory-writing-subcommittee-for-2026/) - Facet Life Sciences' Dana Blue rejoins the AMWA Regulatory Writing Subcommittee, helping shape worldwide training programs for the 4th consecutive year. - [FDA Nonclinical Requirements for Radiopharmaceutical Drugs: Diagnostic vs. Therapeutic Pathways](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/07/02/radiopharmaceuticals/) - A simplified nonclinical path is possible for radiopharmaceuticals. But what FDA requires depends on program type and key development features. - [Facet Life Sciences Recognized in Top 10 Regulatory Services Companies for 2023](https://facetlifesciences.com/2023/02/08/facet-life-sciences-recognized-in-top-10-regulatory-services-companies-for-2023/) - Facet Life Sciences, a leading provider of regulatory strategy and consulting services, has been recognized as one of the top ten regulatory companies for 2023 by Life Sciences Review. We work with clients to understand the unique nature of their drug, biologic, device, gene therapy, or combination product to develop the most efficient, scientifically sound, - [Facet Life Sciences Quarterly Update Q1 - 2023](https://facetlifesciences.com/2023/04/17/facet-life-sciences-quarterly-update-q1-2023/) - Explore Facet Life Sciences' Q1 2023 quarterly update, highlighting key achievements, industry insights, and strategic developments in life sciences. - [Events - SNMMI 2023 Therapeutics Conference](https://facetlifesciences.com/2023/09/11/events-snmmi-2023-therapeutics-conference/) - Discover the latest in therapeutic advancements with Facet Life Sciences at the SNMMI 2023 Conference. Connect with experts and industry pioneers. - [Events - AusBiotech Conference 2023](https://facetlifesciences.com/2023/09/11/events-ausbiotech-conference-2023/) - Join Facet Life Sciences at the AusBiotech Conference 2023. Engage with the industry leaders and explore innovations in biotechnology. - [Facet Life Sciences Recognizes Michelle Byrne's Achievements](https://facetlifesciences.com/2023/09/28/facet-life-sciences-recognizes-michelle-byrnes-achievements/) - Congratulations to Michelle Byrne! Michelle has just been awarded her RAC. We’re so proud of her achievement. Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC), is the only post-academic professional credential for regulatory professionals in the healthcare product sector. It is intended for individuals employed in regulatory agencies, industry, consultancies and other settings involved with the regulation of healthcare products. - [Facet Life Sciences Quarterly Update Q3 - 2023](https://facetlifesciences.com/2023/10/27/facet-life-sciences-quarterly-update-q3-2023/) - Read Facet Life Sciences' Q3 2023 quarterly update, featuring crucial progress, emerging opportunities, and analysis of the life sciences industry. - [FDA Round Up - Q3 2023](https://facetlifesciences.com/2023/10/27/fda-round-up-q3-2023/) - Catch up on pivotal FDA updates and analyses from Q3 2023. Facet Life Sciences delivers crucial regulatory information for industry leaders. - [Partner News - Q3 2023](https://facetlifesciences.com/2023/10/27/partner-news-q3-2023/) - Learn about our successful collaborations and partnerships in Q3 2023. Facet Life Sciences fosters impactful alliances in the life sciences sector. - [Facet Life Sciences Recognizes Dr. Jason Mercer's Achievements](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/01/08/facet-life-sciences-recognizes-dr-jason-mercers-achievements/) - Congratulations to Dr. Jason Mercer ! Dr. Jason Mercer has been chosen to serve as a committee member on the Food and Drug Law Institute's (FDLI) Medical Products committee this year. As part of the committee, Dr. Mercer will assist in identifying medical product topics for programming and in sharing important developments in the field. FDLI - [From The Corner Office](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/02/13/from-the-corner-office/) - Ken VanLuvanee, President & CEO It was a wonderful 2023 for the team at Facet Life Sciences. We had some fun, welcomed several new team members into the Facet family, joined hands with several new clients, and advanced some awesome science. We even collected a few recognitions along the way. As we have each - [Spotlight On - Q4 2023](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/02/13/spotlight-on-q4-2023/) - Discover key projects and achievements from Q4 2023 with Facet Life Sciences, showcasing impactful collaborations and innovation. - [Facet By The Numbers - Q4 2023](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/02/13/facet-by-the-numbers-q4-2023/) - Review Facet Life Sciences’ achievements and progress from Q4 2023, highlighting our commitment to regulatory success. - [New Services: Strategic Commercialization Support](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/02/13/new-services-strategic-commercialization-support/) - In February, Facet will be launching a Strategic Commercialization Services group that helps organizations understand and build health economics, market access, product launch, and reimbursement planning into their product development. Our commercialization experts will help Sponsors select the ideal indications for their products, design the right clinical trials with endpoints that will support ideal, competitive - [Facet Life Sciences Recognized in Top 10 Regulatory Services Companies for 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/02/14/facet-life-sciences-recognized-in-top-10-regulatory-services-companies-for-2024/) - Facet Life Sciences earns a spot in the Top 10 Regulatory Services Companies for 2024, celebrating excellence in regulatory consulting. - [Facet Life Sciences Quarterly Update Q1 - 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/04/16/facet-life-sciences-quarterly-update-q1-2024/) - Examine Facet Life Sciences' Q1 2024 quarterly update, presenting vital insights, growth metrics, and breakthroughs driving life sciences forward. - [Spotlight On - Q1 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/04/16/spotlight-on-q1-2024/) - Highlighting successful projects and collaborations from Q1 2024, Facet Life Sciences continues to drive regulatory innovation and success. - [Industry Focus - Q1 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/04/16/industry-focus-q1-2024/) - Explore key industry trends and focus areas for Q1 2024 with Facet Life Sciences, offering valuable insights and analysis. - [Go Team! - Q1 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/04/16/go-team-q1-2024/) - Celebrate the accomplishments of Facet Life Sciences' team in Q1 2024, recognizing their dedication and collaborative spirit. - [Spotlight On Rare Disease Development - Q1 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/04/16/spotlight-on-rare-disease-development-q1-2024/) - Discover Facet Life Sciences' advancements in rare disease development during Q1 2024, showcasing innovative projects and strategic progress. - [Did You Know - Q1 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/04/16/did-you-know-q1-2024/) - Stay informed with Facet Life Sciences' 'Did You Know' insights for Q1 2024, presenting key trends and industry updates. - [FDA Round Up - Q1 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/04/16/fda-round-up-q1-2024/) - Get the latest FDA updates and insights from Q1 2024 with Facet Life Sciences, providing critical information for industry stakeholders. - [Facet By The Numbers - Q1 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/04/16/facet-by-the-numbers-q1-2024/) - Review Facet Life Sciences' Q1 2024 performance highlights and milestones, underlining our commitment to regulatory achievements. - [Industry Focus Q2-2024: Chevron Deference](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/08/29/industry-focus-q2-2024-1/) - Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Deference; What Now? June 28, in a case known as Loperbright Enterprises v. Raimondo (Loperbright), the United States Supreme Court overturned a 40-year-old precedent known as Chevron deference. This precedent favored federal agencies’ interpretations of statutes that provided authority for agency rulemaking. After the Loperbright decision, courts will no longer be - [Industry Focus Q2 2024 - FDA Final Guidance for Lab Developed Tests](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/08/29/industry-focus-q2-2024-2/) - Industry Focus: FDA Final Guidance for Laboratory Developed Tests FDA Issues Small Entity Compliance Guide When they originated in 1976, laboratory developed tests (LDTs) were manufactured and used locally for unique or regional pathologies. Today, many LDTs are run in diverse populations and batched in high volumes outside of the patient healthcare setting, are used - [Industry Focus Q2-2024: Chinese and Indian Biotech Update](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/industry-focus-q2-2024-3/) - Update on Chinese and Indian Biotech In the Spotlight As we reported in our last newsletter (here), ex-US CDMOs and CROs (especially those in China) have been the subject of US political and growing biopharma industry scrutiny. On June 18, 2024, FDA publicly announced that Sponsors who used Synapse Labs Pvt. Ltd. (a CRO - [Spotlight On Rare Disease Development - Q2 2024 - New RD Hub](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/spotlight-on-rare-disease-development-q2-2024-1/) - New RD Hub On July 17, 2024, the FDA announced that they are establishing a Rare Disease Innovation Hub (the Hub). The Hub will work with all rare diseases, but will “focus on products intended for smaller populations or for diseases where the natural history is variable and not fully understood.” This focus is particularly - [Spotlight On Rare Disease Development - Q2 2024 - START Pilot Program Updates](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/spotlight-on-rare-disease-development-q2-2024-2/) - START Pilot Program Updates In our 4Q2023 newsletter, we reported on FDA’s Support for clinical Trials Advancing Rare disease Therapeutics (START) Pilot Program. This program is designed to help facilitate more efficient development of potentially life-saving therapies for rare diseases and to help Sponsors generate high-quality data to support future NDA/BLA applications. FDA recently published - [ICYMI - Q2 2024 - PET CMC Coalition](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/icymi-q2-2024-1/) - Facet Joins PET CMC Coalition In May, Facet joined the Coalition of PET Drug Manufacturers, a not-for-profit organization that seeks to help PET drug manufacturers to gain and maintain US marketing authorizations for PET drugs and comply with good manufacturing practice regulations (21 CFR Part 212). We are delighted to be active participants in this - [ICYMI - Q2 2024 - FDLI Annual Conference](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/icymi-q2-2024-2-fdli-annual-conference/) - Facet Attends the Food and Drug Law Institute (FDLI) Annual Conference In May, Dr. Jason Mercer attended the Food and Drug Law Institute (FDLI) Annual Conference. FDLI brings together legal and regulatory professionals that work within FDA regulated industries. We are excited to attend this conference to hear from and interact with FDA staff, the - [ICYMI - Q2 2024 - Market Access Society of America Symposium](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/icymi-q2-2024-3-ma-symposium/) - Facet Attends the Market Access Society of America Symposium Dr. Randy Goodman attended the May 21st Market Access Society of America Symposium. This global conference brings together government and industry experts, researchers, and consultants with the goal of educating and shaping the future of market access. From a broad perspective, the phrase “market access” (MA) - [ICYMI - Q2 2024 - Psychedelic Therapeutics & Drug Development Conference](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/icymi-q2-2024-4-psychedelic-conference/) - Facet Attends Psychedelic Therapeutics & Drug Development Conference In May, Dr. Jason Mercer attended the Psychedelic Therapeutics & Drug Development Conference. This conference brought together academic and industry experts in the field of psychedelic therapeutics. Conference presentations included discussions of early stage psychedelic therapeutic products, research into the mechanisms of action of psychedelic therapeutics in - [ICYMI - Q2 2024 - SNMMI](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/icymi-q2-2024-5-snmmi/) - Facet Attends SNMMI In June, Dr. Lisa Jenkins VanLuvanee attended the Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) annual meeting. SNMMI is an educational, scientific, research, and networking organization focused on providing physicians, technologists, pharmacists, laboratory professionals, and scientists with cutting edge information on the latest diagnostic imaging and theragnostic research and practical applications. - [ICYMI - Q2 2024 - SNMMI's Mars Shot](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/icymi-q2-2024-6-mars-shot/) - Facet Donates to SNMMI’s Mars Shot Facet is proud to be a SNMMI Mars Shot Research Fund donor in 2024. The goal of this fund is to improve and extend the lives of patients with cancer through innovation with radiopharmaceuticals. Their concept, “By funding high-risk research, Mars Shot seeks to push the boundaries of science, - [Go Team! - Q2 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/go-team-q2-2024/) - Team Focus – New Facet Team Members We are excited to announce the addition of 3 new team members. Eva Raspor, Strategic Regulatory Writer Facet welcomes Eva Raspor to our team as a Strategic Regulatory Writer. Eva has a wealth of experience related to writing for multiple projects, indications, and applications. Prior to joining Facet, - [Facet By The Numbers - Q2 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/facet-by-the-numbers-q2-2024/) - FACET BY THE NUMBERS Total ESG submissions to FDA Apr – June 2024: Over 30! Early-Stage Development Highlights 6 formal FDA meetings, 1 investigator-initiated IND, over 25 IND amendments (e.g., new protocols/amendments, CMC updates, nonclinical study reports, information amendments, IND annual reports, orphan designation annual reports, safety reporting/DSURs); prepared several gap analyses and regulatory development - [Facet Life Sciences Quarterly Update Q2 - 2024](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/09/03/facet-life-sciences-quarterly-update-q2-2024/) - Examine Facet Life Sciences' Q1 2024 quarterly update, presenting vital insights, growth metrics, and breakthroughs driving life sciences forward. - [Facet Life Sciences Announces Partnership with Nucleus as Official Regulatory Partner](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/05/29/facet-life-sciences-announces-partnership-with-nucleus-as-official-regulatory-partner/) - Facet Life Sciences partners with Nucleus to provide expert FDA regulatory support for radiopharmaceuticals. Learn more. - [Facet is Proud to be a 2025 SNMMI Mars Shot Research Fund Donor](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/06/10/mars-shot/) - Facet’s donation to the 2025 Mars Shot initiative will help to use molecular imaging to accelerate key advancements in medicine. - [Target Product Profile for Emerging Biotech: Strategic Asset or Expensive Distraction?](https://facetlifesciences.com/2026/05/15/target-product-profile-for-emerging-biotech/) - What every emerging biotech needs to know about a TPP: when to use it, when to avoid it, and smarter alternatives for early-stage drug and device development. - [The Role of a Statistician in FDA Meetings (and Why It Matters)](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/07/28/strategic-statistical-consulting/) - FDA reviewers don’t just evaluate your results. They evaluate how you got them. See how a strategic statistician consultant shapes the regulatory conversation. - [Why Separating Regulatory and Commercial Strategy Can Kill an Otherwise Promising Biotech](https://facetlifesciences.com/2026/04/15/why-separating-regulatory-and-commercial-strategy-can-kill-an-otherwise-promising-biotech/) - Why separating regulatory strategy & commercial strategy can kill an otherwise promising biotech–and how to do it differently. - [Behind the Scenes of a Productive Nonclinical Type C Meeting Strategy](https://facetlifesciences.com/2026/04/15/behind-the-scenes-of-a-productive-nonclinical-type-c-meeting-strategy/) - See how a Type C meeting strategy allowed a small pharma company to align nonclinical development for a rare pediatric gene therapy with FDA expectations. - [Leveraging Breakthrough Therapy Designation (BTD) for Gene Therapy Development](https://facetlifesciences.com/2026/04/15/leveraging-breakthrough-therapy-designation-btd-for-gene-therapy-development/) - Successfully navigating the FDA breakthrough designation application process and maximizing BTD value. - [Why Do You Need a Life Sciences Product Landscape Assessment?](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/11/08/why-do-you-need-a-life-sciences-product-landscape-assessment/) - Uncover market insights with a life sciences landscape assessment. Identify unmet needs, assess competitors, and make informed, strategic product decisions. - [PDUFA User Fees- Impact On Your Submission](https://facetlifesciences.com/2016/12/04/pdufa-user-fees-impact-on-your-submission/) - PDUFA USER FEES – IMPACT ON YOUR SUBMISSION The Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) was enacted in 1992 to allow FDA to organize and hire staff with the ultimate desired result of decreased time to an action on the marketing application. Each sponsor of a New Drug Application (NDA) or Biologics License Application (BLA) - [Leveraging Development Opportunities in Radiopharmaceuticals](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/12/19/leveraging-development-opportunities-in-radiopharmaceuticals/) - Leverage development opportunities with insights on radiopharmaceuticals market trends, U.S. payer expectations, and commercialization strategy. - [Understanding the Different Types of Gap Analysis in Life Sciences](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/09/23/types-of-gap-analysis/) - Discover the types of gap analysis in life sciences and how Facet Life Sciences can help address regulatory, clinical, and development gaps. - [Importance of Asset Valuation in Pharmaceutical Research and Development](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/09/10/early-stage-valuation/) - Learn how Facet guides pharmaceutical research and development with R&D asset valuation, early stage valuation, and evidence-based planning. - [Identifying and Closing Gaps Before NDA Filing](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/08/28/nda-gap-analysis/) - Conduct an NDA gap analysis to spot and resolve issues before filing an NDA with FDA. Reduce delays and improve your chances of approval. - [Behind the Scenes of an FDA Type C Meeting: A Case Study in Using Gap Analysis to Align Nonclinical Strategy in a Rare Pediatric Disease](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/08/07/fda-type-c-meeting/) - Discover how a gap analysis and an FDA Type C meeting can streamline your nonclinical strategy and lead to FDA meeting success. - [Navigating the CMC Journey in Radiopharmaceuticals](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/08/12/radiopharmaceuticals-2/) - Discover the CMC challenges and strategies from the "Tinker to Treasure" webinar for companies navigating radiopharmaceuticals and regulatory requirements. - [Expanded Access & Compassionate Use: FDA Guidelines & Key Facts](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/03/07/expanded-access-compassionate-use-fda-guidelines-key-facts/) - Discover how Expanded Access and Compassionate Use works, FDA requirements, & the benefits & challenges of providing investigational treatments to patients. - [Navigating the FDA’s Draft Guidance on Developing Cellular and Gene Therapy (CGT) Products](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/02/21/cellular-and-gene-therapy/) - Navigate FDA guidance for CGT products. Learn key steps for approval and compliance. Get expert help from Facet Life Sciences. - [Understanding Type B FDA Meetings](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/03/08/type-b-fda-meetings/) - Discover key strategies for navigating Type B FDA meetings, ensuring your meeting materials are well-prepared and improve your probability of success. - [Understanding Type C FDA Meetings: A Flexible Forum for Regulatory Guidance](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/03/09/type-c-fda-meetings/) - Maximize your FDA Type C meeting by engaging early, addressing regulatory challenges, and ensuring a smoother drug development process with expert strategies. - [FDA Type D Meetings: A New Option for Targeted, Time-Sensitive Regulatory Guidance](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/03/10/fda-type-d-meetings/) - Discover key strategies and insights for sponsors navigating Type D meeting with the FDA. Enhance your preparation and ensure successful engagement. - [Understanding FDA Type A Meetings: Purpose, Process, and Key Considerations](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/03/11/fda-type-a-meeting/) - FDA Type A meetings help resolve clinical holds and disputes in drug development. Discover the process, timeline, and key considerations for sponsors. - [Navigating the Pre-BLA Meeting Process: Securing a Clear Pathway to Success](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/03/17/pre-bla-meeting-process/) - Learn how to request and prepare for a Pre-BLA meeting with FDA. Discover how to define success and secure a clear pathway forward for your BLA. - [Navigating Pre-IND Meetings: A Strategic Guide](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/03/22/pre-ind-meetings/) - Learn how to request a Pre-IND meeting with FDA, prepare an effective background package, and define success by gaining a clear path forward. - [Three Key Considerations for Navigating FDA Oversight in Radiopharmaceutical Product Development](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/08/13/radiopharmaceutical/) - Navigate key challenges in radiopharmaceutical product development under FDA oversight. Get guidance with insightsfrom the experts at Facet Life Sciences. - [Everyone is Talking About HEOR! What Exactly is it and Why is it Relevant to You?](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/07/24/heor/) - Explore expert insights on HEOR and how its 8 essential components support cost-efficient, evidence-driven strategies across every stage of R&D. - [Leveraging Breakthrough Therapy Designation (BTD) for Gene Therapy Development: Key Lessons from a Case Study](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/07/07/breakthrough-therapy-designation/) - Discover expert insights from Facet to maximize Breakthrough Therapy Designation, accelerate therapy development and navigate FDA approval with confidence. - [Key Challenges with Orphan Drug Development for Rare Disease Treatments](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/06/17/orphan-drug-development/) - Explore the unique hurdles developers face with orphan drug development when creating treatments for rare diseases and how to overcome these challenges. - [Understanding the Impact of the 2025 CPT Code Updates on Healthcare Innovation](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/12/10/understanding-the-impact-of-the-2025-cpt-code-updates-on-healthcare-innovation/) - By Randy Goodman, Ph.D., MHA, FACHE, PMP, BCMAS The American Medical Association (AMA) has officially released the updated Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes for 2025. This release marks a significant update reflecting the rapid advancements in medical technology and innovative healthcare practices. Why the 2025 CPT Code Set Matters to Your Business The CPT code - [What are the Different FDA Meeting Types for Drugs and Biologics?](https://facetlifesciences.com/2025/03/07/what-are-the-different-fda-meeting-types-for-drugs-and-biologics/) - Discover the different FDA meeting types and gain essential insights for effective engagement to enhance your preparation strategies. - [New FDA Guidance: Control of Nitrosamine Impurities in Human Drugs (September 2024)](https://facetlifesciences.com/2024/10/21/new-fda-guidance-control-of-nitrosamine-impurities-in-human-drugs-september-2024/) - FDA issued Revision 2 of the guidance for industry Control of Nitrosamine Impurities in Human Drugs. As a class of compounds, nitrosamines are potent genotoxins both in vitro and in several animal species. Some nitrosamines are listed as probable or possible human carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) (1). Nitrosamine formation - [Facet Life Sciences Certified as Best Places to Work for 2023](https://facetlifesciences.com/2023/06/17/facet-life-sciences-certified-as-best-places-to-work-for-2023/) - Facet Life Sciences is excited to announce that we are now Great Places to Work Certified! This is an honor given to us by our employees and we couldn’t be prouder. 100% of employees at Facet Life Sciences say it is a great place to work compared to 57% of employees at a typical U.S.-based company. Facet’s commitment to helping small, - [Orphan Drug Development-Challenges and Incentives](https://facetlifesciences.com/2016/12/04/orphan-drug-development-challenges-and-incentives/) - Many of the small pharma companies that VRS supports are developing drugs for rare diseases and conditions. Development of orphan drug (or biologic) products is important to the medical community. “Many diseases appear early in life, and a total of 30 percent of children with orphan diseases die before the age of five. Global - [Electronic Requirement, Are You Ready?](https://facetlifesciences.com/2016/12/04/electronic-requirement-are-you-ready/) - The Food and Drug Administration Safety and Innovation Act (FDASIA) amended the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) to require that certain submissions under the FD&C Act and the Public Health Service Act be submitted in electronic format specified by FDA. On May 15, 2015, FDA published the final “Guidance on Providing Regulatory - [The Future of Post-Approval Change Management](https://facetlifesciences.com/2016/12/05/the-future-of-post-approval-change-management/) - Reproduced with permission from DIA North America. You can see the original here. By Sarah DeMare, Facet Life Sciences Quality by Design (QbD) was introduced nearly ten years ago as part of FDA’s 21st century quality initiative. The ultimate goal is to reach the desired state of quality defined by Janet Woodcock as “a maximally - [Virtual Regulatory Solutions Rebrands as Facet Life Sciences](https://facetlifesciences.com/2017/01/10/virtual-regulatory-solutions-rebrands-as-facet-life-sciences/) - Innovative Development Solutions Company Rebrands to Reflect Broad Product and Service Offerings Wayne, PA, January 10, 2017 – Virtual Regulatory Solutions, a leading provider of development solutions (software and services) for small and growing life sciences teams, today announced that the company is rebranding under the name, Facet Life Sciences. The rebranding effort is a - [PharmaCyte Biotech Retains Facet Life Sciences to Guide Pancreatic Cancer Therapy Development Lifecycle with FDA](https://facetlifesciences.com/2017/01/30/pharmacyte-biotech-retains-facet-life-sciences-to-guide-pancreatic-cancer-therapy-development-lifecycle-with-fda/) - LAGUNA HILLS, Calif., Jan. 30, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – PharmaCyte Biotech, Inc. (OTCQB:PMCB), a clinical stage biotechnology company focused on developing targeted treatments for cancer and diabetes using its signature live-cell encapsulation technology, Cell-in-a-Box®, officially announced today that PharmaCyte has retained Facet Life Sciences, Inc. 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He spent his youth working on his grandparents’ farm helping to care for his grandad’s cattle, bailing hay, and generally enjoying the outdoors. Jason was also actively involved in the Boy Scouts of America, earning the Eagle Scout - [Jamie Chambers, RAC](https://facetlifesciences.com/portfolio/jamie-chambers/) - Product Development Champion Jamie’s 39-year professional path in the pharma industry started with The Upjohn Company and has taken him from the research laboratory to clinical development and eventually to regulatory affairs. He enjoys being close to the action and being involved in carrying the ball across the goal line (FDA Approval!). Following his stint - [Justin Leng, PharmD](https://facetlifesciences.com/portfolio/justin-leng-pharmd/) - Associate Product Development Champion Justin’s love of the sciences came from his fourth grade teacher, Mr. Ryan He clearly remembers Mr. Ryan growing bacteria on a petri dishes and absolutely loved seeing what grew! 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