
Clinical Research Solutions
The Role of CROs in Clinical Research & Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are complex, resource-intensive, and heavily regulated endeavors that span months to years. For many pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies, navigating this...

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Pros and Cons of Working with a CRO
A Contract Research Organization (CRO) is a company that provides support to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries in the form of research services outsourced on a contract...

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What is a Clinical Evaluation Report (CER)?
If you’re starting to explore marketing your medical device in the European Union (EU) or have a medical device that is currently CE Marked, you’re becoming familiar with the term 'CER' or Clinical...

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Navigating Uncertainty with the FDA LDT Rule
On May 6, 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued the Final Rule regarding regulation of laboratory developed tests (LDTs). The LDT Final Rule outlines a four-year phaseout period for...

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Navigating the Regulatory Maze: Clinical Data for Medical Device Approval
In the world of medical devices, particularly those categorized as moderate to high-risk, clinical data is a critical component of the regulatory approval process. This data, presented to regulatory...

FSP Solutions
What is the FSP Model in Clinical Research?
The term Functional Service Provider (FSP) concept is highly regarded in the field of clinical research. With drug discovery and clinical trials becoming more complex, pharmaceutical firms and...

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Meet the Expert: Terri Levine
Our “Meet the Expert” series introduces you to our team of experts around the world. This “behind the curtain” view will help you get to know who we are on a professional and personal level, and...

How Important is Biostatistics?
The link between statistical methods and healthcare is not a new one, but the volume of available data to inform healthcare decisions and the use of data science in the medical industry has exploded...

Meet the Expert: Demis N. Lipe
Our "Meet the Expert" series introduces you to our team of experts around the world. This "behind the curtain" view will help you get to know who we are on a professional and personal level, and...

Meet the Expert: Immaculich Rani
Our "Meet the Expert" series introduces you to our team of experts around the world. This "behind the curtain" view will help you get to know who we are on a professional and personal level, and...

Frequently Asked Questions About Clinical Trials Registration and Disclosure
In the ever-evolving landscape of clinical trials disclosure, navigating the intricacies of registration, compliance, and ethical transparency has become more crucial than ever. Pharmaceutical and...

EMA Policy 0070: Back on the Road to Transparency
By now, most involved in the clinical trials disclosures field are aware of the upcoming reinstatement of the European Medicine Agency's (EMA) landmark transparency regulation: Policy 0070. Policy...

Biotech Startup Approaching IND: 5 Mistakes to Avoid While Writing a Development Plan
In the drug development process, the Investigational New Drug (IND) application holds immense significance for biotech startups. It serves as a comprehensive overview submitted to the US Food and...

Why Decentralized Clinical Trials are the Future of Clinical Research
Decentralized clinical trials (DCTs) have emerged as a transformative approach in clinical research, offering unique benefits that challenge the traditional models. However, deciding whether to...