This month’s news on mergers and acquisitions, hires, and other developments includes notable firms like Altasciences, Protocol First, WuXi STA, and more.
An AI expert discusses progress in the field, gaps in understanding, and how predictive modeling and other advanced analytical tools could be put to use.
A forward-looking report from company experts includes a breakdown of the top trends to watch for in pharmaceutical development and in healthcare overall.
A leader from the clinical trial technology company says that insights gained during the recent pandemic could be helpful in realizing future improvements.
It has been a pleasure for the OSP team to connect with a long list of fascinating industry minds and share the stories; here are a few of our favorites.
OSP’s list of the year’s most-read stories shows readers are interested in M&A activities, new drug candidates, COVID-19 developments, and other hot news.
The organization is working to give oncology professionals the chance to hear directly from patients about their unique experiences, concerns, and hopes.
A leader from Oracle Health Sciences shares insights on how drug development and research pros collaborated to overcome formidable challenges this year.
This month’s collaborations, tech partnerships, new facilities, and other happenings includes news from Flywheel, Medable, Veeva, and other organizations.
According to an expert from the clinical insights company, prejudice in AI can impact patient outcomes as well as the ability to develop effective treatments.
The company has released a survey of cancer doctors; 83% of those polled believe real-world data is crucial to accelerating cancer research and treatment.
Professionals from various corners of the life-sciences field share views on significant challenges of 2021, bright spots, and what to look for in 2022.
While the pandemic saw many trials to shift to decentralized midstream, an expert from the trial tech firm suggests a ground-up design approach is preferable.
A leader from the company discusses how advanced analytical tools can be put to work to help tackle adverse event case processing and compliance issues.
A leader from the Decentralized Trials and Research Alliance offers perspective on the tools, technology, and thinking needed to advance clinical research.
The Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative, built using Evidation Health’s research platform, aims to triple enrollment and recruit online participants.
The healthcare company has gifted $1m to form a scholarship fund for students headed toward careers in clinical research, with the aim of increasing diversity.
A leader from the advanced data and artificial intelligence specialist suggests ways to advance data collection through new tools, techniques, and thinking.
The US Department of Justice has charged a former CFO and a former head of corporate communications for allegedly conducting an insider trading scheme.
According to a leader from Cytoreason, AI isn’t necessarily the best or only tool suited to discover new and novel therapies—it might take a human touch.
According to a leader from the virtual engagement solutions company, gaps in trial communications can be improved with the intelligent use of technology.
A survey on perceptions toward the decentralized clinical trial format, conducted by Climedo, shows the industry is aware of the benefits but faces barriers
The organizations have issued an in-depth look on issues impacting inclusivity, why change is needed, and potential solutions for increasing trial diversity.
This month’s announcements of awards, expansions, name changes, hires, and other news includes items from CPhI, Almac Group, ICON, and other organizations.
With the release of its new Sight OLO artificial intelligence based blood analyzer, Sight Diagnostics hopes to offer DCTs reliable, easy-to-use testing.
An expert from the decentralized clinical trial solutions provider discusses how the virtual format and technology can help improve study representation.
A leader from the pharmacovigilance solutions firm discusses the ins and outs managing safety documentation and offers advice on how to deal with them.
Leaders from IQVIA and its Q2 Solutions division offer advice on how to deal with mobile teams, home health providers, and other aspects of virtual trials.
Patient data from the clinical solutions company indicates that gains in recruitment of Black participants is outpacing that of patients from other groups.
The biotech firm has presented data from a study that could offer hope to patients with Parkinson’s, Gaucher, Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative conditions.
A leader from Sema4, the health intelligence company, explains how progress in genetic testing has helped advance breast cancer detection and prevention.
A new clinical trial of heterologous – or ‘mix-and-match’ – combinations of COVID-19 vaccines is set to start in Pakistan: seeking to add to research on the effectiveness of such combinations.
Leaders from the trial tech provider discuss how human-focused technology on eClinical platforms can tackle inefficiencies associated with traditional studies.
The alliance is aimed at expanding service to pharmaceutical firms and other partners, and advancing treatment options for patients across North America.
The US agency has granted approval to Voxzogo, an injectable drug designed to aid growth in children with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism.
The StudyTeam Diversity Reporting feature is intended to aid sites and sponsors measure their efforts to reach patients from underrepresented communities.
This month’s launches, expanded facilities, partnerships, and other news includes items from Veeva, Hovione, Florence, Medidata, and other notable firms.
According to the pharma firm, Saphnelo (anifrolumab) combined with standard therapy resulted in reduction of systemic lupus erythematosus disease activity.
CRISPR Therapeutics and ViaCyte, Inc. have received the green light from Health Canada for their Clinical Trial Application for VCTX210: an allogeneic, gene-edited, immune-evasive, stem cell-derived therapy for the treatment of type 1 diabetes (T1D)....
The firm is investigating viability of voriconazole inhalation powder, intended to treat and prevent invasive pulmonary aspergillosis in asthma patients.
The pharma company has completed enrollment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis patients in its study investigating drugs like verdiperstat, an oral treatment.
The infusion of funds in the Halle/Westfalen, Germany manufacturing complex is intended to help meet growing global demand for injectable pharmaceuticals.
During our November 17 webinar Patient-centric solutions, a group of professionals representing a range of perspectives will share ideas and innovations.
Stevanato Group is showcasing its SG Alina disposable, variable-dose pen injector platform, available with customizable features, at CPhI Worldwide 2021.
Polyfoil MMB mono-material tubes, designed to be recyclable, landed top honors in the Excellence in Sustainability at the recent Pharmapack Awards program.
The decentralized tech specialist has acquired Digital Artefacts, a research tech firm focused on cognitive, behavioral, and physiological data capture.
After 30 years’ experience, including stints advising top pharma firms, the expert has joined a firm offering tech aimed at elevating patient ID and enrollment.
This month’s announcements of programs, names, appointments, hires, and other happenings includes items from Emmes, Science 37, Cerner and other companies.
The CPhI Worldwide exhibitor will show Syloid XDP, a silica carrier designed to convert liquid, waxy, or oily active ingredients into free-flowing powders.
CPhI Worldwide will see Gerresheimer showcase its latest developments in primary packaging, drug delivery systems for newly developed biologics along with medical and diagnostic products.
