ACRP blog

APRIL 29, 2023

Among many other topics, speakers at this weekend’s ACRP 2023 gathering in Dallas, Texas, are sharing insights on the importance of building quality into clinical trials and increasing diversity among the staff and patients at the study site level. At the trial level, the protocol is the blueprint for quality.

Clinical Trials 52

Clinical Trials Clinical Trials Trials Clinical Research Coordinator 52

ACRP blog

MAY 22, 2023

As noted by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), the workforce engaged in clinical research suffers from shortfalls and lack of diversity , with reasons including lack of awareness of the profession among otherwise suitable candidates, and the typical prerequisite for two years of experience even for entry-level roles.

Clinical Research 52

Clinical Research Research Clinical Research Coordinator Clinical Trials 52

ACRP blog

APRIL 10, 2023

Historically, people from racial and ethnic minorities have been underrepresented in clinical research. Put simply, to develop medicines for all, we must conduct research for all. Clinical trials must represent the broad diversity of patients we serve and enable equitable access.

Clinical Trials 52

Clinical Trials Clinical Trials Trials Clinical Research 52

XTalks

JULY 29, 2021

Just as clinical researchers in other therapeutic areas have renewed their commitment to improving participant diversity in clinical trials, so too have those working in Alzheimer’s research. What Factors Promote Alzheimer’s Clinical Trial Participation?

Clinical Trials 98

Clinical Trials Clinical Trials Trials Research 98

XTalks

MAY 14, 2021

If you’ve spent some time working as a clinical research associate (CRA) and are looking to advance your career, you might be wondering where to start. Here are three ways to advance your career in clinical research. In addition, ICON runs a graduate program to train the next generation of clinical researchers.

Clinical Research 66

Clinical Research Research Nurses Clinical Research Coordinator 66

ACRP blog

DECEMBER 28, 2022

From AI and machine learning producing an era of rapid new pathways, to an industry-wide push for equitable representation in clinical trials, 2023 will be a catalytic year for biopharma clinical development and commercialization,” the company notes in its press release on this, its 13th annual trends report.

Clinical Research 59

Clinical Research Research Clinical Trials Clinical Trials 59

ACRP blog

OCTOBER 11, 2022

On the employee side, Kasey Sands, PhD, MSN, RN, a clinical research quality engineering specialist with Frestedt Inc, says she and others like her are more likely to stick around if they see a defined career path with training opportunities. Aggressive recruiters. Signing bonuses. No, it’s not the National Football League draft.

Clinical Research 119

Clinical Research Clinical Research Coordinator Clinical Trials Clinical Trials 119

ACRP blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As several retail pharmacy chains proclaim a rosy outlook for ongoing efforts to expand their services into the clinical trials arena in the wake of the pandemic, traditional study site personnel and patients interviewed on the topic offered more mixed and nuanced concerns about the prospects for near-term success for such ventures.

Pharmacy 59

Pharmacy Trials Clinical Trials Clinical Trials 59

ACRP blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

As several retail pharmacy chains proclaim a rosy outlook for ongoing efforts to expand their services into the clinical trials arena in the wake of the pandemic, traditional study site personnel and patients interviewed on the topic offered more mixed and nuanced concerns about the prospects for near-term success for such ventures.

Pharmacy 52

Pharmacy Trials Clinical Trials Clinical Trials 52

Clinical Trial Podcast

JANUARY 23, 2022

One of the most time and resource intensive tasks in clinical research is data entry. . Clinical research coordinators spend countless hours transferring clinical data from a patient’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) into a study specific Electronic Data Capture (EDC) system. Hugh holds a Ph.D.

Clinical Trials 52

Clinical Trials Clinical Trials Clinical Research Coordinator Clinical Research 52

ACRP blog

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Taking the guesswork out of assigning trials. Assessing the capacity of a clinical research coordinator (CRC) is one of many challenges involved in managing clinical trials—which are heterogeneous and increasingly complex, with rising regulatory burdens and tight budgets.

Clinical Research Coordinator 59

Clinical Research Coordinator Clinical Trials Clinical Trials Trials 59

ACRP blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

As Christine Senn, PhD, CCRC, CPI, ACRP-CP, FACRP, Chief Integration Officer with Centricity Research, settles into her volunteer duties as the 2023 Chair of the Association Board of Trustees (ABoT) for ACRP, she took time to answer some questions about her outlook on the current state of the Association and the clinical research enterprise.

Clinical Research 52

Clinical Research Research Clinical Trials Clinical Trials 52

Rethinking Clinical Trials

AUGUST 30, 2023

To try to bridge the gap between PRO collection and meaningful use during clinical encounters, the RA PRO dashboard was developed. 552 unique patient participated in the trial. However, there is a gap between collecting the PROs and communicating about the PROs with patients.

Trials 141

Trials Clinical Research Coordinator Medicine Clinical Trials 141

Cloudbyz

JUNE 13, 2023

Introduction: Clinical trials are essential for evaluating the safety and efficacy of new medical treatments, therapies, and interventions. Developing an accurate and comprehensive budget is crucial for successful trial planning and execution. Site Selection: Careful site selection is critical for optimizing trial costs.

Clinical Trials 68

Clinical Trials Clinical Trials Trials Marketing 68

VirTrial

MAY 26, 2020

Scottsdale, AZ (May 26, 2020) – VirTrial today announced a new service designed to enable virtual site monitoring visits in the clinical trials industry. The solution enables pharmaceutical sponsors and CROs to evaluate, qualify and routinely monitor research sites for studies without physical travel.

Research 71

Research Clinical Trials Clinical Trials Clinical Research Coordinator 71

ACRP blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

There is a growing expectation that clinical trial sites should be tech-enabled, based on experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and even earlier. There are often multiple platforms, which can differ by sponsor, leaving our clinical research coordinators (CRCs) drowning in passwords for access to the various portals.”.

Clinical Research Coordinator 52

Clinical Research Coordinator Clinical Research Compliance Clinical Trials 52

VirTrial

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

This year, VirTrial entered the competition with its newly developed, industry-first, ‘virtual site monitoring ’ solution, Virtual Pre-Site. The solution enables pharmaceutical sponsors and CROs to evaluate, qualify, train and routinely monitor research sites for studies without physical travel.

Life Science 52

Life Science Clinical Research Coordinator Pharma Companies Clinical Research 52

ACRP blog

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In recognition of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month , ACRP recently went behind the scenes with a clinical research coordinator on the study team for a bold Cleveland Clinic investigation of a vaccine aimed at preventing triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the most aggressive and lethal form of the disease.

Vaccination 111

Vaccination Vaccine Trials Clinical Research Coordinator 111

ACRP blog

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In recognition of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month , ACRP recently went behind the scenes with a clinical research coordinator on the study team for a bold Cleveland Clinic investigation of a vaccine aimed at preventing triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the most aggressive and lethal form of the disease.

Vaccination 52

Vaccination Vaccine Trials Clinical Research Coordinator 52

XTalks

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Due to recent developments in RPT manufacturing and recognition, RPT for solid tumors has emerged as an exciting anti-cancer modality. Guarnaschelli reviewed the medical considerations involved in radiopharmaceutical clinical trials. How does Radiation Cause Cell Death? How does Radiopharmaceutical Therapy Work?

Clinical Trials 52

Clinical Trials Clinical Trials Trials DNA 52

ACRP blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

BSN, MSN, will take a break from his home gardening and competitive sport shooting to once again present a day-long Friday workshop aimed at helping new clinical researchers face the many workforce-related challenges being thrown at them, as he has for nearly 25 years, this time teamed up with several colleagues. Rowell, Jr.,

Clinical Research 59

Clinical Research Research Clinical Research Coordinator Clinical Trials 59

WCG Clinical

JUNE 12, 2023

Across the clinical research industry, “patient-centricity” has been a focal point for enrollment but that’s no longer enough. We need to be talking about “participant engagement,” which better reflects the integral role participants play in the entire research process.

Clinical Trials 52

Clinical Trials Clinical Trials Trials Clinical Research 52

ACRP blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Implementing trials at study sites is a process fraught with challenges. About 80% of clinical trials fail to achieve enrollment targets and timelines, with resulting delays costing up to $8 million per day in lost revenues for sponsors.{1}Contributing 1}Contributing factors include avoidable protocol amendments.

Clinical Research 52

Clinical Research Clinical Research Coordinator Trials Research 52

ACRP blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Clinical research stands at the forefront of medical advancement, offering promising treatments and therapies to combat diseases and improve human health. As AI becomes more present in our lives, how can it help clinical research? This is a sponsored message. How do we really move the needle on diversity?

Clinical Research 59

Clinical Research Research Clinical Trials Clinical Trials 59