Action Steps for FDA Diversity Action Plans

In this webinar, industry experts offered examples of how diversity action plans vary among therapeutic areas — and why one size does not fit all. They also explained why it’s important to incorporate action plans earlier in the clinical trial process, as well as consequences for failing to follow a submitted plan.

Who’s in Charge When AI is Let Loose on Clinical Research?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been touted as holding the solutions to a variety of vexing challenges in healthcare, but is it possible that there’s a downside to integrating what some might call an ungovernable technology into the clinical research arena? This webinar pondered the issue of who’s making sure this power is being used to benefit everyone fairly.

How to Make Soft Skills Your Superpower

With such an emphasis on the importance of soft skills, this webinar provided attendees with tools to assess the maturity of their soft skills. The speaker discussed developmental tasks attendees can employ to strengthen or enhance those that may be weak.

From Conflict to Collaboration: Enhancing Site and Sponsor/CRO Relationships

This webinar explored the perspectives and occasional conflicting interests of both parties, fostering mutual understanding. Representatives from each organization shared insights, real-life examples, and practical tools to overcome challenges, promoted productive collaboration, and contributed to clinical trial success

Deepening Diversity: LGBTQIA+ Diversity in Clinical Research

In this webinar, expert panelists discussed how sponsors can smooth the LGBTQIA+ patient journey for clinical trials, starting with gender-neutral protocols, making trial communication more inclusive, the FDA’s draft guidance on diversity plans and data collection, and the roles that sites/investigators can play.