Thuy Nguyen
About Thuy Nguyen
Thuy Nguyen is a Formulation Scientist with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specializing in the formulation and characterization of cytotoxic compounds and dry powder inhalers. She has worked for several companies, including Merck and Avro Life Science, and holds an MSc in Pharmacy from the University of Oslo.
Work at Avro Life Science
Thuy Nguyen has been employed as a Formulation Scientist at Avro Life Science since 2018. In this role, she focuses on the formulation and characterization of cytotoxic compounds intended for injectable use. Her work involves applying Q1X ICH stability guidances to ensure compliance with industry standards. Located in the Kitchener, Canada Area, she contributes to the development of pharmaceutical products that meet rigorous safety and efficacy requirements.
Education and Expertise
Thuy Nguyen studied at the Farmasøytisk Institutt ved Universitetet i Oslo, where she earned her MSc. Pharm. degree in Pharmacy from 1980 to 1985. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in pharmaceutical sciences. She possesses specialized knowledge in the formulation of dry powder inhalers and the evaluation of their aerosol performance, making her an expert in this area.
Background in Pharmaceutical Industry
Thuy Nguyen has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked in various roles since the early 1990s. She served as a Stability Pharmacist and Qualified Person at Weifa AS from 1994 to 1998. Following this, she worked at Merck as a Research Chemist from 1998 to 2009. Her career continued at Uman Pharma Inc. as Formulator I from 2010 to 2013, and then at Odan Laboratories Ltd. as a Formulator from 2014 to 2017.
Technical Skills and Tools
Thuy Nguyen is proficient in using analytical tools essential for pharmaceutical formulation, including UV spectroscopy, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and dissolution testing. She has experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for conducting stability studies and managing inventories. Additionally, she is knowledgeable in installation qualification (IQ), operational qualification (OQ), and performance qualification (PQ) of stability chambers.
Quality Assurance and Control Knowledge
Thuy Nguyen has a strong understanding of quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) requirements within the pharmaceutical sector. Her expertise encompasses the formulation and characterization of cytotoxic compounds, as well as the implementation of stability studies in compliance with regulatory standards. This knowledge is critical for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of pharmaceutical products.