‘Other Duties as Assigned’: The Wide-Ranging Role of the CRC Professional

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If “recruiting and screening patients who try new treatments and monitoring and reporting on patient progress” sounds like a reasonable, if skimpy, definition of the duties of a clinical research coordinator (CRC) at a clinical trial site, imagine the surprise of a newly minted CRC who finds themself tasked with exploring a shuttered hospital in search of old research records, or visiting the local jail in hopes of finding participants who have gone missing mid-study. 

Velocity Clinical Research Supports 2024 ACRP Ride4DEI

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The Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) is proud to recognize Velocity Clinical Research as a Breakaway Sponsor of the 2024 ACRP Ride4DEI—the clinical research industry’s premier cycling challenge that raises funds in support of ACRP Continuing Education Grants and tuition scholarships.

Barriers to Clinical Trial Enrollment: Focus on Underrepresented Populations

Clinical Researcher

Barriers such as the sparsity of clinical trial sites in rural and underserved communities, inadequate patient reimbursement, and stringent inclusion/exclusion criteria hinder the enrollment of patients from diverse and underrepresented populations. This article outlines strategies for addressing some of the issues facing diversity enrollment, and is intended to stimulate conversation within the industry to ensure these barriers are addressed during the design and implementation of clinical trials.

Using Simulation to Teach Research

Clinical Researcher

Identifying what simulation can achieve for educational and research objectives that other modalities cannot achieve is essential. This review discusses whether simulation can be used to teach the research process, keeping in mind that the value of simulation can’t be determined by randomized trials alone. A qualitative approach to assessing the value of teaching research via simulation adds a well-rounded perspective.