Keren Sookne

Keren Sookne Formerly a manufacturing engineer in the temperature-controlled biopharmaceutical industry, Keren Sookne took the helm of Healthcare Packaging in 2016, ensuring the most relevant trends and developments are covered in each issue. With in-depth process knowledge, she reports on materials science, automation, logistics/cold chain, traceability, and more for the highly regulated life science packaging community. Sookne holds a BS in chemical engineering from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Robotics/Automation

Nourished’s 3D-printed Supplement Stacks Deliver Personalized Nutrients

Based on a consumer questionnaire, ingredients are printed in stacks on in-house developed tech to offer a bespoke 28-day supply. The resulting colorful, customized gummies are packed in home-compostable wrap in a letterbox-friendly carton.

June 29, 2022

Nourished’s personalized vitamins and 'Life Stacks' are 3D printed to layer different mixes of active ingredients, which are specifically suited to the consumer's individual requirements.

2022 Annual OTC Package Design Gallery

Each year, Healthcare Packaging evaluates an array of over-the-counter product packaging designs, assessing pros and cons from a user perspective. Check out some of the highlights.

June 24, 2022

New Nordic Sustainability Criteria Poised to Expand in Europe

Released in March 2022, the Common Nordic Criteria for more Sustainable Packaging in Healthcare were developed by stakeholders with the aim of reducing material waste, increasing recycling, and increasing the usage of recycled or renewable materials.

June 23, 2022

The new Nordic Criteria were presented by Susanne Backer, senior consultant, circular economy, procurement and clinical engineering, Central Denmark region, at LyondellBasell’s Advancing Quality Healthcare Event.

Medical Device/Packaging

the[PACK]out: Inaugural Event Delivers Medical Device Packaging Innovation

The new conference in Austin, TX, (May 10-12, 2022) highlighted design, sustainability, and usability, developed for and by the medical packaging community.

June 21, 2022

the{PACK]out: Day 3 featured hands-on workshops to bring package design concepts to life. (Image courtesy: Cassie Ladd)

2022 OTC Package Design Gallery: Part 2

Each year, Healthcare Packaging evaluates an array of over-the-counter product packaging designs, assessing the pros and cons from a user perspective.

June 16, 2022

FR!SKA™ Men’s Daily Enzyme + Probiotic Support Capsules

Robotics/Automation

Cybersecurity Roundup: Med Device, Packaging Ops, and Industrial Control

Essential businesses and connected devices are under increasing threats domestically and globally. Check out nine recent articles.

June 14, 2022

Cybersecurity: Assess Your Risk White Paper

2022 OTC Package Design Gallery: Part 1

Each year, Healthcare Packaging evaluates an array of over-the-counter product packaging designs, assessing the pros and cons from a user perspective.

June 14, 2022

McNeil Consumer Pharmaceuticals Co. Mylanta® One Antacid + Anti-gas EcoCareTM Tablets

How Proximity Plays a Role in Sustainability Initiatives

Proximity to necessary infrastructure can make or break a sustainability initiative. We highlight an eco-industrial park in Denmark where co-located companies share energy, water, and materials.

June 10, 2022

3 Examples of Cannabis Packaging in 2022

Looking for inspiration? Check out these stories on QR codes for authentication, a right-sized vape pod carton update, and a colorful paper tube for cartridges and concentrates.

June 6, 2022

Äkta's design uses up to seven colors, which offers flexibility on which color they lean on for which variety.

Pharma/Medical Device Companies Projecting Expansion for 2022

Results of a Q1 2022 report from PMMI show that the pharmaceutical/medical device industry is expecting the most growth, followed by other, personal care, food, and beverage.

May 25, 2022

Q1 2022 Quarterly Business Indictaor Qbi 1

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