Excipient World explores cutting-edge scientific developments, formulation and technology advancements, quality production and the safe use of excipients, as well as regulatory mandates to better address the ever-changing global marketplace. The event brings buyers and suppliers together to explore new product innovations and potential collaborations.

Date: May 4-6, 2026
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Event Website: Excipient World 2026

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SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Speaker: Karunakar Sukuru (Karu), R.Ph., Ph.D., Global Vice President-Pharma Product Development & Head- Scientific Advisory
Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 8:00am
Title: Excipients: The Unsung Heroes in Addressing Bioavailability and Quality Challenges
Location: Ryman Hall Stage 1

Excipients, often overshadowed by active pharmaceutical ingredients, are indispensable in the formulation of high-quality drug products. They play a pivotal role in overcoming the barriers posed by poorly soluble and poorly permeable drugs, significantly improving bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy. Despite their critical contributions from solubilization and stabilization to controlled release, the importance of excipients remains under-recognized in the broader pharmaceutical landscape. This presentation will delve into the multifaceted functions of excipients, emphasizing their impact on drug delivery systems and patient outcomes.

ABOUT CATALENT

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) championing the missions that help people live better and healthier lives. Every product that Catalent helps develop, manufacture and launch reflects its commitment to improve health outcomes around the world through its Patient First approach. Catalent provides unparalleled service to pharma, biotech and consumer health customers, delivering on their missions to transform lives. Catalent tailors end-to-end solutions to meet customers’ needs in all phases of development and manufacturing. With thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at nearly 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually. For more information, visit www.catalent.com.

 

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