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Good Data Starts with the Right Questions.

2bind Blog — What Actually Matters in Small Molecule Drug Discovery and Antibody Development

This is where we write about our work. Methods, targets, assay challenges, drugs, and the science behind binding characterization or formulation development. If you work in biotech or pharma and deal with anything between hit identification, membrane protein targets, antibody or formulation development, you’ll find something useful here.

The topics we cover reflect what we do at 2bind every day. Binding kinetics and what kon and koff tell you beyond a single KD value. Avidity and why it matters for bispecifics and multivalent formats. Hard-to-purify targets like GPCRs and ion channels, and how cell-based methods change what’s measurable. Method selection, when SPR makes sense, when Spectral Shift is the better fit, when neither is enough on its own. Assay development challenges, data quality, and the questions worth asking before you start.

We also write about the broader context. What does early-stage binding data actually contribute to a drug discovery program? What trends are coming up in antibody formulation? Where is the industry going and how does our journey reflect this. 

2bind's Standardized Target Feasibility Platform: A Multiparametric Biophysical Assessment of Target Protein Suitability for Small Molecule and Peptide Screening

2bind’s Target Feasibility Platform: A Standardized Biophysical Assessment of Protein Target Suitability for Small Molecule and Peptide Binding Assays

July 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) serving the global drug discovery and development sector, now offers a standardized Target Feasibility Platform that allows for a methodologically robust, biophysical evaluation of a protein target's suitability for relevant binding assays.
2bind Formalizes Its Commercial Structure with the Launch of a Dedicated Commercial Unit

Launch of Commercial Unit: 2bind Formalizes a Dedicated Commercial Structure

March 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH, a leading CRO serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced the formal establishment of a dedicated commercial unit.
2bind Hosts Expert Talk by Till Maurer

2bind Hosts Keynote & Roundtable Discussion by Till Maurer

June 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH recently had the pleasure of hosting Till Maurer, a drug discovery expert with extensive industry experience and founder of Nanomol Pharmaceutical Innovations (NPI), for an internal expert talk on small molecule drug discovery.
2bind as a Corporate Sponsor of the PEGS Boston 2026 to underline its ambitions in the antibody industry

2bind as a Corporate Sponsor of the PEGS Boston 2026 to Underline its Motivation in the Antibody Industry

May 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) serving the global drug discovery and development sector, was for the first time a corporate sponsor of PEGS Boston 2026, one of the most prominent conferences in the field of protein and antibody engineering.
2bind Obtains ISO 9001 Certification for Its Quality Management System

2bind Obtains ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Its Quality Management System

2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced that its Quality Management System has been officially certified to the ISO 9001:2015 standard.
2bind joins CNATM for nucleic acid therapeutics research

2bind joins CNATM for nucleic acid therapeutics research

2bind is joining the Cluster for Nucleic Acid Therapeutics Munich (CNATM) as an industry partner for the consortium's second funding period, running from 2026 to 2029. As part of this collaboration, 2bind will contribute to the development of a scalable platform for the production and biophysical characterization of lncRNA-binding proteins, with the goal of identifying and validating protein:RNA complexes as therapeutic targets.
2bind Expands Cell-Based Capabilities with New BSL2 Certified Laboratory

2bind Expands Cell-Based Capabilities with New BSL2 Certified Laboratory

2bind GmbH, a leading CRO serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced the official commissioning of its newly established BSL2 cell culture laboratory.
2bind Launches Redesigned Website Aligned with Its "Pharma Services" Core Positioning

2bind Launches Redesigned Website Aligned with Its “Pharma Services” Core Positioning

March 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced the official launch of its newly redesigned corporate website. Following the recent transition of its corporate identity from “Experts in Biophysics” to “Pharma Services,” this digital overhaul ensures that 2bind’s online presence fully reflects its expanded portfolio, modern assay ecosystem, and deep alignment with the biopharma market.
Evolution of a Trusted Partner: 2bind Transitions Corporate Identity from “Experts in Biophysics” to “Pharma Services”

Evolution of a Trusted Partner: 2bind Transitions Corporate Identity from “Experts in Biophysics” to “Pharma Services”

2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced a strategic evolution of its corporate identity. Reflecting its expanded portfolio and deep alignment with the life sciences industry, the company is transitioning its core positioning from “Experts in Biophysics” to “Pharma Services.”
scIC Delivers Best-in-Class, Real-time Kinetics on Cells

scIC Delivers Best-in-Class, Real-time Kinetics on Cells

Single-cell interaction cytometry (scIC) is a cell-based method for measuring binding kinetics directly on intact living or fixed cells under near-physiological conditions. It delivers real-time kinetic parameters — kon, koff, KD, and avidity — without requiring target purification or surface immobilization. The approach preserves the native membrane environment throughout the measurement, making it relevant for a wide range of targets that are difficult or impossible to study with conventional biophysical platforms.

2bind Announces New Co-CEO Leadership Team

2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) specializing in biophysical analysis for drug discovery and antibody development, today announced a transition in its executive leadership. Dr. Thomas Schubert, Co-CEO, has decided to step down from his role, effective October 31, 2024, to pursue other opportunities and dedicate more time to his family.
2bind Opens New Headquarters

2bind Opens New Headquarters

2bind GmbH Opens New Headquarters to as a Result of Quality Work and Continued Growth


Dr. Cosimo Kropp joins executive team as CBO

Dr. Cosimo Kropp joins executive team as CBO

2bind GmbH Elevates Dr. Cosimo Kropp to Chief Business Officer


Launch of Antibody Unit with Dr. Vera Molkenthin as Director

Launch of Antibody Unit with Dr. Vera Molkenthin as Director

2bind GmbH Launches Antibody Unit with Appointment of Dr. Vera Molkenthin as Director


Dr. Cosimo Kropp Hired as New Director Business Development

Dr. Cosimo Kropp Hired as New Director Business Development

2bind GmbH Strengthens Business Development with Appointment of Dr. Cosimo Kropp


Regensburg Biotech Hub Combats COVID-19 with High-Tech Research Project

Regensburg Biotech Hub Combats COVID-19 with High-Tech Research Project

A collaborative research project based in Regensburg is leveraging cutting-edge technology and expertise to develop a novel drug against COVID-19. The project unites 2bind GmbH, a leading biophysical analysis company located in BioPark Regensburg, with researchers from the University of Regensburg and the Fraunhofer Institute for Toxicology and Experimental Medicine (ITEM).
2bind Supports Novel Concept Towards Prophylactic HIV-Vaccine

2bind Supports Novel Concept Towards Prophylactic HIV-Vaccine

The federally funded interdisciplinary research project “HIVacToGC” was launched to investigate new approaches to the prevention and treatment of HIV infections.
2bind and Jena Bioscience Announce Collaboration

2bind and Jena Bioscience Announce Collaboration for Enhanced Antibody Formulation Development

2bind GmbH, a leading provider of biophysical analysis tools, is pleased to announce a new collaboration with Jena Bioscience GmbH, a renowned manufacturer of high-quality reagents and tools for life science research. This partnership brings together the expertise of both companies to enhance antibody formulation development with the FORMOscreen®.
2bind Secures German Federal Funding for Battling Antibiotic Resistance

2bind Secures German Federal Funding for Battling Antibiotic Resistance

A consortium of 2bind GmbH and the University of Regensburg have successfully secured over 750.000 EUR federal funding for a research project investigating the potential of glutamine amidotransferase as novel drug targets for antibiotics.
2bind Wins 1st Place in EU-wide Call for Proposals

2bind Wins 1st Place in EU-wide Call for Proposals

2bind wins first place in the EU's Eureka Eurostars competition, together with partners from the Netherlands and Great Britain.

2026

July 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) serving the global drug discovery and development sector, now offers a standardized Target Feasibility Platform that allows
March 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH, a leading CRO serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced the formal establishment of a dedicated commercial unit.
June 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH recently had the pleasure of hosting Till Maurer, a drug discovery expert with extensive industry experience and founder of Nanomol Pharmaceutical Innovations (NPI),
May 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) serving the global drug discovery and development sector, was for the first time a corporate sponsor of
2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced that its Quality Management System has been officially certified to the ISO 9001:2015
2bind is joining the Cluster for Nucleic Acid Therapeutics Munich (CNATM) as an industry partner for the consortium's second funding period, running from 2026 to 2029. As part of this
2bind GmbH, a leading CRO serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced the official commissioning of its newly established BSL2 cell culture laboratory.
March 2026, Regensburg, Germany – 2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced the official launch of its newly redesigned
2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) serving the global drug discovery and development sector, today announced a strategic evolution of its corporate identity. Reflecting its expanded portfolio and
Single-cell interaction cytometry (scIC) is a cell-based method for measuring binding kinetics directly on intact living or fixed cells under near-physiological conditions. It delivers real-time kinetic parameters — kon, koff,

2024

2bind GmbH, a leading contract research organization (CRO) specializing in biophysical analysis for drug discovery and antibody development, today announced a transition in its executive leadership. Dr. Thomas Schubert, Co-CEO,
2bind GmbH Opens New Headquarters to as a Result of Quality Work and Continued Growth

2023

2bind GmbH Elevates Dr. Cosimo Kropp to Chief Business Officer
2bind GmbH Launches Antibody Unit with Appointment of Dr. Vera Molkenthin as Director

2021

2bind GmbH Strengthens Business Development with Appointment of Dr. Cosimo Kropp
A collaborative research project based in Regensburg is leveraging cutting-edge technology and expertise to develop a novel drug against COVID-19. The project unites 2bind GmbH, a leading biophysical analysis company
The federally funded interdisciplinary research project “HIVacToGC” was launched to investigate new approaches to the prevention and treatment of HIV infections.

2019

2bind wins first place in the EU's Eureka Eurostars competition, together with partners from the Netherlands and Great Britain.

2018

2bind GmbH Appoints Dr. Maximilian Plach as COO to Oversee Rapid Growth
2bind GmbH and Assay.Works Join Forces to Expand Drug Discovery Services

2017

2bind GmbH Appoints Dr. Maximilian Plach as CSO to Drive Biophysics in Drug Discovery
2bind GmbH Appoints Dr. Thomas Schubert as CEO to Lead Strategic Shift Towards Drug Discovery Research Services .
2bind GmbH Relaunches with Renewed Focus on Empowering Drug Discovery through Biophysical Research Services.