KORSCH & MEDELPHARM sharing expertise in tablet formulation and pharmaceutical technology at Monash University

From April 22 to 24, 2025, Monash University Malaysia welcomed pharmaceutical professionals, researchers, and students for a comprehensive seminar focused on modern tablet formulation design and manufacturing. Organized by the School of Pharmacy, the event was part of the university’s Pharmaceutical Technology Series, and it brought together academic excellence and practical expertise in a uniquely collaborative setting.

The three-day program was designed to help participants better understand the science, technology, and innovation driving tablet development today—combining lectures, technical discussions, and hands-on training.

The seminar opened with two days of theory-rich sessions covering the full spectrum of tablet formulation. Presentations explored how modern approaches such as Quality by Design (QbD) and SUPAC guidelines are applied in formulation development and regulatory compliance.

Speakers addressed foundational topics like drug absorption, feed material requirements, and excipient selection, while also diving into advanced themes such as continuous manufacturing, AI applications in pharmaceutical R&D, and challenges in granulation and lubrication.

Participants were also introduced to specialty dosage forms—like orally disintegrating tablets, multilayer tablets, and multi-unit pellet systems (MUPS)—offering a future-facing look at where the industry is headed.

This theoretical foundation set the stage for meaningful discussions on design space development, risk analysis, and process optimization—all key components in designing effective, scalable, and high-quality tablets.

On the third day, the seminar shifted from theoretical learning to practical experience, offering participants the opportunity to see the science behind tablet formulation in action. During a hands-on demonstration, participants were introduced to a STYL’One Nano R&D Compaction Simulator - a high-precision R&D tablet press designed to replicate and optimize tablet compaction processes on a small scale, providing valuable insights into material behavior and formulation development.

The session, led by Lucile Kubiak, a scientist from MEDELPHARM’s Science Lab, demonstrated how the STYL’One Nano can be used to study and fine-tune tablet formulations. This fully instrumented tablet press allows for precise control over parameters such as compaction force, speed and dwell time, providing valuable insights into material behavior and tablet development.

This interactive session provided participants with practical insight into tablet compaction physics, data interpretation, and formulation performance, bridging the gap between academic concepts and industrial applications.

KORSCH & MEDELPHARM have a strong and longstanding tradition of collaborating with universities and academic institutions worldwide to drive forward pharmaceutical innovation. By partnering with leading universities, the company provides access to innovative technologies and technical expertise that support both research and education in the field of pharmaceutical sciences.

A key example of this commitment is MEDELPHARM’s integration of advanced tools, like STYL’One compaction simulators, into academic curricula. These partnerships enable students, researchers, and faculty to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application, allowing them to explore the full potential of tablet formulation and manufacturing processes.

One such initiative is the STYL’One University Contest, where academic teams can apply for a chance go win a STYL’One Nano Compaction Simulator on loan. This program is designed to foster innovation in early-stage R&D, promoting collaboration between academia and the pharmaceutical industry.

More information on STYL'One University Contest: here.