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News By: Gary Cramer

Poor Leadership Can Undermine Technology Implementation

BlogDecember 7, 2021

Technology can significantly enhance clinical trial productivity and reach, “but it can get messy” if it’s not handled properly before, during, and after implementation.
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Pandemic Puts Spotlight on How Science Misinformation is Triggered

BlogDecember 6, 2021

Experts say now is the time to invest in research to combat the spread of misinformation before the next science crisis.
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Tomorrow’s Patient-Centric Trials are Here Today

BlogDecember 2, 2021

“We’re building the plane while it’s flying.” Ready or not, patient-centric trials fueled by technology and new best practices are here to stay.
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FDA Guidance Offers Suggestions on How to Leverage Real-World Data

BlogNovember 30, 2021

New FDA guidance helps stakeholders designing or using registries with real-world evidence and/or real-world data.

Philanthropy to Boost Cancer Research and Clinical Trials at Major Medical Centers

BlogNovember 30, 2021

In this season of giving, several medical centers are celebrating recent major gifts toward cancer research efforts involving clinical trials.
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    Read December 2025 Issue

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    A Pragmatic Guide for Migrating Investigator Sites to ICH E6(R3)

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      February 12, 2026

    • Spring 2026 Initial Certification Testing Dates

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    View All Events

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