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Viral vector manufacturing plays a vital role in gene therapy and vaccine development by enabling the safe delivery of genetic material into target cells. Viral vectors—such as adenovirus, lentivirus, and adeno-associated virus (AAV)—are engineered to carry therapeutic genes without causing disease.

These vectors are widely used in treatments for genetic disorders, cancer immunotherapy, and rare diseases. The manufacturing process involves cell culture, vector production, purification, and quality control, all of which must meet strict regulatory standards.

As gene and cell therapies gain regulatory approvals worldwide, scalable and cost-effective viral vector manufacturing has become a major industry focus. Contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) are investing heavily in advanced bioprocessing technologies to meet growing demand.

Challenges such as production yield, contamination risks, and high costs are driving innovation in automation and single-use systems. Viral vector manufacturing is therefore a cornerstone of precision medicine, enabling the commercialization of life-saving advanced therapies.