AI & ML in Pharmaceutical R&D and Manufacturing Workflows
Overview
The pharmaceutical industry is undergoing a transformative shift with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into regulatory processes, exemplified by the FDA’s Enterprise Large-Language Model for Scientific Applications (ELSA). This 4-hour live webinar, led by Dr. Ajaz S. Hussain, a globally recognized leader in pharmaceutical quality, equips professionals with the knowledge and tools to navigate this new regulatory landscape.
Why You Must Act Now
Regulatory science is entering a new era—one driven by artificial intelligence and machine learning. The FDA’s implementation of the Enterprise Large Language Model for Scientific Applications (ELSA) is a transformative step in regulatory review. By harnessing natural language processing and anomaly detection, ELSA scans submissions—including NDAs, ANDAs, and BLAs—with unprecedented speed and scrutiny. This signals a shift in expectations: no longer is compliance judged solely by documentation quality, but by data integrity, traceability, model transparency, and language credibility. In January 2025, the FDA issued its "Considerations for the Use of Artificial Intelligence to Support Regulatory Decision-Making for Drug and Biological Products," introducing a risk-based assessment framework. This places the onus on sponsors and manufacturers to ensure AI models used in development or regulatory support are trustworthy, explainable, and built on high-quality, auditable data.
This trend is global. The UK’s MHRA has endorsed the Pro-Innovation Approach to Regulating AI and is already integrating its recommendations. Meanwhile, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has launched the SAIL AI Lab, a dedicated hub for advancing regulatory science through the use of artificial intelligence.
At the same time, Industry 4.0 technologies—from smart factories to digital twins—are revolutionizing the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. These changes require new professional capabilities, including data integrity stewardship, prompt engineering, and AI literacy.
Failing to adapt not only risks regulatory actions such as Complete Response Letters (CRLs) or FDA Warning Letters but also undermines market credibility, investor confidence, and, most critically, patient trust. The time to act is now. Regulatory agility, technical preparedness, and the ethical deployment of AI will determine who thrives in this new era—and who falls behind.
What You will learn
This webinar is organized into four focused sessions, each offering practical tools and insights tailored for R&D scientists, regulatory professionals, quality and compliance leaders, and digital transformation teams. While the sessions draw on the U.S. FDA as a primary example, the principles and practices discussed reflect the foundations of sound regulatory science applicable globally.
Key Outcomes
• Regulatory Compliance: Prepared for ELSA aligned with the FDA’s 2025 AI guidance with professional oversight & explainability
• Operational Efficiency: Implement appropriate professional-in-the-loop approaches for AI-driven processes to enhance assurance of quality and reduce development costs and review times.
• Professional Development: Gain skills like integrating question-based review with prompt engineering and AI stewardship.
• Strategic Planning: Develop a 90-day action plan for AI integration
Reserve Your Seat
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Contacts
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Conference Date
22-08-2025
Ajaz Hussain's Biography
Ajaz Hussain
Strategic Advisor, Former Deputy Director
Office of Pharmaceutical Science CDER, FDA
Dr. Ajaz Hussain is a trailblazer in applying machine learning (ML) to pharmaceutical development, first introducing ML for pharmaceutical applications in 1991. Before his influential tenure at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), he proposed the innovative concept of Computer-Aided Formulation Design. This forward-thinking approach laid the groundwork for modern pharmaceutical development: quality by design and PAT-based continuous manufacturing with real-time release.
While at the FDA, Dr. Hussain championed key initiatives, including Process Analytical Technology (PAT) and Quality by Design (QbD), which have since become cornerstones of pharmaceutical manufacturing and regulatory science. His work at the FDA also included pioneering explorations of ML for critical applications, such as fraud detection,
in vitro to in vivo correlations, and
pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) mapping in New Drug Application (NDA) reviews. These efforts significantly advanced his understanding of the opportunities and challenges in utilizing AI/ML in the regulatory ecosystem.
Decades later, with the rise of large language models and their adoption by the US FDA for rapid regulatory review, Dr. Hussain has emerged as a leading advocate for Good Linguistic Practices in the context of AI and machine learning. His advocacy ensures that communication in pharmaceutical and regulatory settings remains accurate and comprehensive, free from legacy blind spots. He promotes adherence to principles and practices that align with evolving regulatory standards, ultimately enhancing staff empowerment and confidence in AI-assisted Quality Management Systems (QMS).
As AI and ML continue to transform the industry, Dr. Hussain’s work bridges the gap between technological innovation and regulatory excellence, making him a crucial link between legacy challenges and the future of pharmaceutical science.
Speakers & Panelists
Ajaz Hussain's Biography
Ajaz Hussain
Strategic Advisor, Former Deputy Director
Office of Pharmaceutical Science CDER, FDA
Dr. Ajaz Hussain is a trailblazer in applying machine learning (ML) to pharmaceutical development, first introducing ML for pharmaceutical applications in 1991. Before his influential tenure at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), he proposed the innovative concept of Computer-Aided Formulation Design. This forward-thinking approach laid the groundwork for modern pharmaceutical development: quality by design and PAT-based continuous manufacturing with real-time release.
While at the FDA, Dr. Hussain championed key initiatives, including Process Analytical Technology (PAT) and Quality by Design (QbD), which have since become cornerstones of pharmaceutical manufacturing and regulatory science. His work at the FDA also included pioneering explorations of ML for critical applications, such as fraud detection,
in vitro to in vivo correlations, and
pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) mapping in New Drug Application (NDA) reviews. These efforts significantly advanced his understanding of the opportunities and challenges in utilizing AI/ML in the regulatory ecosystem.
Decades later, with the rise of large language models and their adoption by the US FDA for rapid regulatory review, Dr. Hussain has emerged as a leading advocate for Good Linguistic Practices in the context of AI and machine learning. His advocacy ensures that communication in pharmaceutical and regulatory settings remains accurate and comprehensive, free from legacy blind spots. He promotes adherence to principles and practices that align with evolving regulatory standards, ultimately enhancing staff empowerment and confidence in AI-assisted Quality Management Systems (QMS).
As AI and ML continue to transform the industry, Dr. Hussain’s work bridges the gap between technological innovation and regulatory excellence, making him a crucial link between legacy challenges and the future of pharmaceutical science.
Strategic Advisor, Former Deputy Director,
Office of Pharmaceutical Science CDER, FDA,
USA
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