Free 30-minute regulatory scoping call for biotech and pharma startups — specialising in ATMP/CGT, biologics and small molecules

We can deliver

Agency response support

Drafting responses to CMC deficiency letters and questions from EMA, MHRA, FDA and other authorities, with gap analysis of the underlying data.

CMC regulatory strategy

Development-phase CMC roadmaps aligned with ICH guidelines, defining the data package needed at each milestone and anticipating agency expectations.

Module 3 authoring & review

Preparation and critical review of CTD Module 3 (and Module 2.3 Quality Overall Summary) for MAAs, INDs, IMPDs and variations.

Comparability & tech transfer

Comparability protocols and regulatory support for process changes, site transfers and scale-up.

CMC gap assessments

Independent review of your CMC package against current guidelines to identify risks before submission or inspection.

Variations & lifecycle management

Classification, preparation and submission of post-approval CMC changes, including grouping and worksharing strategies.

  • Biotech companies preparing their first IND/IMPD or MAA

  • Established pharma teams needing surge capacity for variations

  • Companies responding to CMC deficiency letters

  • Programmes undergoing tech transfer or manufacturing changes

Relevant expertise

  • ICH Q1–Q14 quality guidelines

  • CTD Module 3 and Quality Overall Summary

  • EMA, MHRA and FDA CMC requirements

  • Stability programmes and shelf-life justification

  • Process validation and analytical method validation

  • Post-approval change management (PACMPs)

Discuss your CMC programme

Tell us where your programme stands and where it needs to go. We'll outline how Minerva can help and propose next steps.

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