Principles of Process Research and Chemical Development in the Pharmaceutical Industry

Book excerpt: Dr. Oljan Repic clearly explains the goals and basic principles of chemical development. He explores the crucial aspects of a new process that must be considered when scaling up a research synthesis to industrial levels. And, with the help of many case studies and vignettes, he delineates each phase of the development process. Key topics include qualities of an ideal process, techniques for minimizing impurities, criteria for cost-effective synthesis of enantiopure compounds by resolutions, asymmetric synthesis and the "chiral pool" strategy, synthesis for labeling substances with hydrogen or carbon isotopes, and new drug registration requirements. This book is an invaluable reference for professionals as well as an important source of guidance and inspiration for young chemists considering entering the field.