2008 PMF Cosmetic Microbiology Conference
September 15-16, 2008
Newark, NJ
Presented by the PMF
This conference is your opportunity to interact with
regulators and thought leaders in frank and open discussion on
issues of immediate relevance to the manufacturing environment.
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Conference Description
The purpose of this meeting is to provide a forum for the
sharing of questions, answers and information on current topics
affecting the cosmetic microbiologist for the Microbiology
Laboratory. One of major concerns in the microbiology function
is the identification of relevant guidance for the unique
product category. This year has seen a great deal of
progress towards internationally harmonized procedures
through the ISO process - this will be extensively discussed.
To quote Phil Geis:
"Cosmetics are unique products, as diverse as foods
without the practical limits of controlled shelf lives; they
overlap with drugs but without the near-sterile
manufacturing systems enjoyed by that category of product.
The microbiology of cosmetics is also a unique and arcane
science and practice that, unlike food or drug microbiology,
is not supported by established academic programs or a
significant body of publication."
Preface, Cosmetic Microbiology, A Practical Approach.
2006.
(Taylor and Francis)
The program will endeavor to shed some light on issues found
in the microbiology lab. Practical solutions to these
issues will be discussed though lecture and small group
discussions.
The program will range from presentations on technical and
compliance-related problems to interactive case studies to
round-table discussions. Participants will have the opportunity
to interact with representatives from FDA, USP and the Personal
Care Products Council (the Council).
Topic List
- ISO Harmonization of Personal Care Products Testing and
Requirements
- Preservative Efficacy Testing
- The Microbial Limits Tests
- Variability in Microbiological Data & Is Effects
- Contamination Control During Manufacture
- Alternate Microbiological Methods
Speakers
- Jay Ansell, PhD, The Council
- Joyce Beauchamp, L'Oreal, PCPC Micro Comm.
- Eric Brown, PhD, FDA
- Don English, Avon, PCPC Micro Comm
- Phil Geis, PhD, Proctor and Gamble, PCPC Micro Comm.
- John Krowka, PhD, The Council
- David Steinberg, Steinberg & Associates, PCPC Micro Comm.
- Scott Sutton, PhD, Vectech Consultants, USP COE, PMF
Who Should Attend
- Microbiology Laboratory supervisors and Microbiologists
responsible for testing and release of Pharmaceutical,
Parenteral and Medical Device products.
- Regulatory and
Compliance Personnel responsible for auditing of manufacturing
facilities and QA and Contract Microbiology Laboratories.
Venue:
Hilton Newark Penn Station Hotel
Gateway Center/Raymond Blvd.
Newark, NJ
1-973-622-5000
Facilitators:
- Phil Geis, The Procter & Gamble Companies
- Scott Sutton,
Vectech Pharmaceutical Consultants
Conference Organizers
• The Pharmaceutical Microbiology Forum
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High Peaks Associates (meeting coordinators)
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