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Welcome to Conversations in Drug Development. This podcast series features candid conversations from the expert team at Boyds, who are at the forefront of cutting-edge science and drug development in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector.
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- 3 weeks ago17 min
Ada Lovelace Day: Breaking Barriers, Shaping Futures
To celebrate Ada Lovelace Day, women from Boyds share their career journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome and their advice for the next generation of women in science.
- 4 weeks ago37 min
EU Pharma Reform 2026: What Every Developer Needs to Know
In this episode, Katherine Bowen and Shalini Gupta discuss the EU pharmaceutical legislation reform — a comprehensive update to regulations and directives that will affect drug approval, orphan and paediatric rules, exclusivity incentives, EMA structure and timelines, supply obligations, environmental risk assessments, and transparency requirements. Hosts outline the timeline, key practical impacts for sponsors, and recommended next steps: begin preparing now, align regulatory, market‑access and supply strategies, and monitor EMA guidance during the transition period.
- Jun 22, 202632 min
Live Biotherapeutics: Navigating the Next Frontier in Drug Development
In this episode, Boyds' experts explore the emerging field of live biotherapeutic products (LBPs), explaining what they are, how they differ from everyday probiotics, and their roots in microbiome-based therapies, including fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). Katherine and Celine discuss the evolving regulatory landscape, comparing the FDA's guidance and recent approvals with the more cautious approach taken by the EMA and national authorities across Europe. They also examine the scientific, manufacturing, and clinical development challenges facing LBP developers, including product consistency, mechanism of action, safety considerations, and clinical trial design.
- Apr 8, 202625 min
UK Clinical Trial Regulation: What Sponsors Need to Know About UK CTR 2025
In this episode, experts at Boyds, Chris Moore and Shalini Gupta break down the UK Clinical Trial Regulation (UK CTR), exploring why the reform was introduced and highlighting the practical changes sponsors need to know - including new terminology, updated timelines, notifiable trials, transparency obligations, safety reporting, and labelling updates. Listeners will gain insight into how these changes will affect trial set-up and operations, what to prepare for ahead of the 28 April 2026 implementation date, and where opportunities exist for faster, more predictable approvals.
- Mar 10, 202630 min
How Will the EU Biotech Act Transform Biotechnology Regulation in Europe?
In this episode of Conversations in Drug Development, host Harriet Edwards is joined by Kelsey Lennoch and Eamon McGowran to discuss the EU Biotech Act, a major regulatory proposal aimed at revitalizing Europe’s biotech sector. They explore the act’s goals to streamline clinical trial processes, harmonize regulations, and boost funding for late-stage biotech companies. The conversation highlights key changes for medicines and medical devices, the act’s potential impact on innovation and competitiveness, and the importance of ongoing engagement as the EU’s regulatory landscape evolves. For more information, visit www.boydconsultants.com.
- Oct 23, 202526 min
Navigating the FDA Landscape: More Changes, and What's Next?
In this episode, Eric Hardter and guest Kelsey Lenoch discuss recent US FDA developments, including leadership changes at CBER and CDER, staffing impacts on orphan product reviews, and the new Rare Disease Evidence Principles aimed at accelerating approvals for rare and ultra-rare conditions. They also explore evolving trial endpoints in oncology (including surrogate measures and ctDNA), transparency moves such as the public release of Complete Response Letters and the industry’s reactions, updates on the National Priority Voucher Program, and the FDA Pre-Check initiative to boost domestic drug manufacturing. Tune in for an in-depth discussion offering timely updates and expert perspectives on what may be ahead for drug development stakeholders. 🎧 Chapters Welcome and Introductions Recap and Recent US Regulatory Affairs Developments Dr. Vinay Prasad’s Removal and Return to FDA CBER New Appointments at FDA CDER FDA Staffing Shortages and Impact on Orphan Products Rare Disease Evidence Principles Announcement FDA’s Rare Disease Innovation Hub and Ultra-Rare Disease Focus Novel Endpoints in Oncology Drug Development FDA/AACR Joint Meeting on Novel Endpoints Challenges with Overall Survival as an Endpoint FDA’s Evolving Guidance on Endpoints Post-Licensure Requirements and Surrogate Endpoints Case Study: Myelofibrosis Drug and Patient-Reported Endpoints Standardization Challenges for New Endpoints Circulating Tumor DNA as a Biomarker FDA’s Release of Complete Response Letters – Phase Two Pros and Cons of Public Complete Response Letters Industry Pushback and Sponsor Transparency Case Study: Lycos Therapeutics and Psychedelic Drug Approval Accessing and Mining Complete Response Letter Data National Priority Voucher Program Update FDA Pre-Check Program for Domestic Manufacturing Closing Remarks and Future Outlook
- Aug 26, 202539 min
At the forefront of innovation: Prof Alan Boyd reflects on the last 20 years in drug development
In this special episode of Conversations in Drug Development, host Harriet Edwards sits down with Professor Alan Boyd, founder and CEO of Boyds, to reflect on the company’s remarkable 20-year journey in drug development. Professor Boyd shares his experiences from pioneering work in gene therapy, the challenges of bringing innovative medicines forward, and the value of projects that helped pave the way for future innovation. He also highlights the importance of maintaining a patient-centric vision and the role this has played in Boyds’ success on a global scale. With stories from Boyds' involvement in pivotal projects - from the early work on the first gene therapy developed for brain cancer to contributions to the Covid-19 vaccine - the conversation offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how scientific innovation and evolving regulation have shaped modern medicine. Whether you’re closely involved in drug development or simply interested in how new medicines reach patients, this episode offers unique insights and reflections from someone who has spent a lifetime at the forefront of the industry. 00:00:13 – Introduction to Conversations in Drug Development 00:00:30 – Welcoming Professor Alan Boyd Back 00:01:43 – Reflecting on 20 Years of Boyds 00:02:49 – The Journey to Founding Boyds 00:06:05 – Early Challenges in Gene Therapy 00:07:26 – Manufacturing Gene Therapy Products 00:10:35 – Achievements in Cell and Gene Therapy 00:15:39 – Highlights from Two Decades 00:19:46 – Changes in Drug Development 00:23:32 – Evolution of Clinical Trials 00:28:17 – The Role of the Team at Boyds 00:31:43 – Personal Interests Beyond Medicine 00:38:12 – Future of Drug Development 00:38:42 – Closing Thoughts and Reflections
- Jul 15, 202535 min
Navigating the New FDA Landscape: Opportunities and Challenges Ahead
In the latest episode of Conversations in Drug Development, Dr Katherine Bowen and Dr Eric Hardter discuss the ever-changing US regulatory landscape under the new administration, including new leadership and staff turnover, and their impact on drug development. They examine the FDA's cautious approach to AI, efforts to reduce animal testing, and the new National Priority Voucher Program aimed at expediting drug approvals. Tune in for an in-depth discussion that offers timely updates and expert perspectives on what might be in store for drug development stakeholders. EPISODE OUTLINE 00:00:14 – Welcome to Conversations in Drug Development 00:01:16 – US Regulatory Environment Update 00:02:35 – Changes in FDA Leadership 00:03:19 – The Impact of Staffing Changes 00:05:54 – New Perspectives with Vinay Prasad 00:07:50 – Future of Cell and Gene Therapy Approvals 00:10:03 – Market Reactions and Funding Concerns 00:11:45 – Implications of FDA Cuts 00:12:29 – Marty McCary’s Vision for the FDA 00:14:46 – Navigating Conflicting Perspectives 00:15:45 – FDA Workforce and Operational Changes 00:17:21 – Review Process and Efficiency Challenges 00:20:43 – ELSA: AI in FDA Operations 00:22:54 – Reducing Animal Testing in Drug Development 00:25:05 – National Priority Voucher Programme Insights 00:31:21 – Future Outlook and Next Steps
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