Lovelace Biomedical
Lovelace Biomedical is a not-for-profit preclinical contract research organization dedicated to advancing biomedical science through nonclinical and clinical research focused on toxicology, drug development, infectious diseases, and more. With a history spanning nearly seven decades, it emphasizes personalized service, scientific excellence, and innovative technologies. The organization has played a significant role in responding to COVID-19 by developing therapeutics and animal models to fight the virus. It is committed to humane animal care, environmental enrichment, and supporting research that improves health and well-being.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
large (251-1000)
Lovelace Biomedical
Products
Preclinical Research
Conducts research prior to clinical trials to evaluate drug efficacy and safety.
Toxicology
Analyzes and understands the effects of toxic chemical substances on biological systems.
Inhalation Drug Delivery
Develops and tests methods for delivering drugs via inhalation, particularly for respiratory diseases.
Gene Therapy Development
Researches and develops gene therapies for various diseases, including cystic fibrosis and certain cancers.
Animal Housing
Provides extensive facilities for housing various animal species used in preclinical research.
Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry
Develops precise formulations and assays to quantify drug distribution and metabolism.
Preclinical Research
Conducts research prior to clinical trials to evaluate drug efficacy and safety.
Toxicology
Analyzes and understands the effects of toxic chemical substances on biological systems.
Inhalation Drug Delivery
Develops and tests methods for delivering drugs via inhalation, particularly for respiratory diseases.
Gene Therapy Development
Researches and develops gene therapies for various diseases, including cystic fibrosis and certain cancers.
Animal Housing
Provides extensive facilities for housing various animal species used in preclinical research.
Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry
Develops precise formulations and assays to quantify drug distribution and metabolism.
Services
Method development, method validation, sample analysis, metabolite identification, biomarker analysis and PK/TK support across multiple analytical platforms.
Design and conduct of GLP toxicology and pharmacology studies, including IND/NDA-enabling programs and safety assessments in multiple species.
Aerosol exposure testing, inhaler and nebulizer characterization, regional deposition studies and inhalation delivery development for pulmonary and systemic therapeutics.
Efficacy, biodistribution, immunogenicity and toxicology studies tailored to gene therapy products, with support for pre‑IND interactions and regulatory submissions.
Multi-species animal housing, surgical suites, colony management and logistical support for long-term and large-scale preclinical programs.
Onsite microbiology and virology laboratory testing integrated with high-containment studies to support infectious disease research and medical countermeasure evaluation.
Method development, method validation, sample analysis, metabolite identification, biomarker analysis and PK/TK support across multiple analytical platforms.
Design and conduct of GLP toxicology and pharmacology studies, including IND/NDA-enabling programs and safety assessments in multiple species.
Aerosol exposure testing, inhaler and nebulizer characterization, regional deposition studies and inhalation delivery development for pulmonary and systemic therapeutics.
Efficacy, biodistribution, immunogenicity and toxicology studies tailored to gene therapy products, with support for pre‑IND interactions and regulatory submissions.
Multi-species animal housing, surgical suites, colony management and logistical support for long-term and large-scale preclinical programs.
Onsite microbiology and virology laboratory testing integrated with high-containment studies to support infectious disease research and medical countermeasure evaluation.
Expertise Areas
- Preclinical GLP toxicology
- Bioanalytical chemistry and regulated method validation
- Pharmacokinetics / toxicokinetics and PK/PD modeling
- Inhalation and aerosol drug-delivery development
Key Technologies
- Liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
- Immunoassays (ELISA, electrochemiluminescence)
- qPCR / RT‑PCR
- Flow cytometry
News & Updates
A recent publication on inhalation drug delivery development.
Research on RSV and therapeutics development.
Research on aerosol science and mask performance related to COVID-19.
Science-backed guidance for nebulizer use during pandemics.
Discussion on the use of animals in non-clinical research.
Recognition for high impact research in aerosol science and mask performance.
A recent publication on inhalation drug delivery development.
Research on RSV and therapeutics development.
Research on aerosol science and mask performance related to COVID-19.
Science-backed guidance for nebulizer use during pandemics.
Discussion on the use of animals in non-clinical research.
Recognition for high impact research in aerosol science and mask performance.