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    Clinical Researcher—August 2026

    No one is saying that clinical trial sites, sponsors, and contract research organizations (CROs) can’t symbolically gather ’round the campfire and get along with one another. In fact, they can and must, if the clinical research enterprise is to keep running on all cylinders. So it is that, in the August issue of Clinical Researcher, we consider the theme of “Better Together: Getting Sites, Sponsors, and CROs All on the Same Page” by way of a variety of contributors who address the nuances of these potentially rewarding and potentially fraught ties between research partners.

    Read August 2026 Issue >

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

    This new report focuses on what sites need to do as their teams roll up their sleeves and convert their policies, checklists, quality improvement tools, and operations from ICH E6(R2) to R3. Download >

     

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Hospital Bucks Negative Patient Retention Trends with Recruitment Enhancements

BlogFebruary 28, 2020

The discouraging statistics from the Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP) are all too familiar: Nearly 80% of clinical trials fail to finish on time, 20% […]

Initiative Aims to Transform Clinical Trial Participants into Advocates

BlogFebruary 28, 2020

The strongest advocates for bringing awareness to new patients about clinical trials just might be hiding in plain sight. The secret source: the estimated 5 million people who have participated […]

Site Health Check Designed to Provide Metrics That Matter to Sites

BlogFebruary 28, 2020

PAID MESSAGE Site Health Check is a Merck initiative that will provide key metrics to its clinical sites. The reporting tool is currently in development with plans for a full […]

Tap into Patient Experience to Better Focus Clinical Trials

BlogFebruary 25, 2020

While the term “patient centricity” is skyrocketing up the buzzword tote board like a hot Billboard Chart single, it won’t be much more than lip service unless the clinical trial […]

Focus on Skills Rather than Roles or Systems in Training Trial Pros, Experts Say

BlogFebruary 24, 2020

Clinical trial managers need to focus training on skills, not systems or roles, to bring much-needed improvement to clinical trial performance. “I love the idea of being able to train […]

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    Advance Yourself

    When you become an ACRP member, you’re joining a network with a global reach—and so much more. Our member community of 22,000 clinical research professionals look to us for gold-standard education, rigorous certification, and indispensable connections. ​

    Membership Benefits

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    For organizations who want to provide their clinical study teams with continuous, ongoing education and professional development resources, Organization Membership is a turnkey and scalable solution.

    Organization Membership

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    • Home Study
    • Competency Guidelines
    • Clinical Research Glossary

    Popular ICH Training Courses

    Clinical Trials 101: An Introduction with ICH E6(R3) Guidance

    Good Clinical Practice (GCP) ICH E6(R3)

    Form FDA 1572 Essentials: Updated for ICH E6(R3)

    ICH E6(R3) Gap Analysis Tool

    Project Management Resource Center

    Whether or not “project manager” is in your job title, project management skills are essential to advancing clinical research. Explore practical guidance and expert perspectives to help strengthen planning, communication, and oversight across every stage of the study lifecycle. Explore Resources

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    Our Programs

    • ACRP-CP® Certification
    • CCRC® Certification
    • CCRA® Certification
    • CPI® Certification
    • ACRP-MDP® Specialty
    • ACRP-PM® Specialty

    ACRP Certification Milestone Achievers

    ACRP honors the 2025 Certification Milestone Achievers, an exclusive group of nearly 1,500 professionals who have consistently proven their commitment to conducting clinical trials safely, ethically, and to the highest standard.

    Learn More

  • Careers

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    Boost Your Prospects with ACRP Certification

    ACRP Certified professionals say their achievement results in increased job responsibility, more employment and advancement opportunities, and recognition—including promotions, bonuses, and salary increases.

    Learn More

    Getting Started in Clinical Research

    Interested in a career in clinical research? You’re in the right place! Explore career options, resources, and more to help you find your first opportunity in clinical research.

    Learn More

  • Insights

    In this Section

    • ACRP Blog
    • Clinical Researcher
    • Press Releases
    • White Papers & Reports
    • ACRP Resource Centers

    Clinical Researcher—August 2026

    No one is saying that clinical trial sites, sponsors, and contract research organizations (CROs) can’t symbolically gather ’round the campfire and get along with one another. In fact, they can and must, if the clinical research enterprise is to keep running on all cylinders. So it is that, in the August issue of Clinical Researcher, we consider the theme of “Better Together: Getting Sites, Sponsors, and CROs All on the Same Page” by way of a variety of contributors who address the nuances of these potentially rewarding and potentially fraught ties between research partners.

    Read August 2026 Issue >

    View Archives

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

    This new report focuses on what sites need to do as their teams roll up their sleeves and convert their policies, checklists, quality improvement tools, and operations from ICH E6(R2) to R3. Download >

     

  • Events

    In this Section

    • Events Calendar
    • ACRP Annual Conference
    • Virtual Learning
    • Chapter Events
    • Clinical Trials Day

    Upcoming Events

    • Colorado Chapter: Empowering the Clinical Research Workforce in an Evolving AI Landscape (ACRP 2026 Conference Replay)

      September 21, 2026

    • Greater Philadelphia Chapter: Career Development – From Academia to Industry

      September 23, 2026

    • Michigan Chapter: Advanced Competency Series – Scientific Concepts & Research Design Pt 1

      September 25, 2026

    View All Events

    Annual Conference Discounts

    ACRP members save $200 on their ACRP Annual Conference registration—or $400 when a pre-conference workshop is also selected. With a low membership fee of $160/year, you’ll immediately recoup your investment when you register for the conference.

    ACRP Membership

    Conference Registration

  • Employer Services

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    • Employer Services
    • Team Learning
    • Team Certification
    • Verify ACRP Certification
    • Post a Job
    • Advertising & Sponsorships

    Advancing People Advancing Health™

    ACRP empowers organizations to trust that their studies are in the hands of qualified professionals​. When trained and credentialed by ACRP, clinical research teams have the competence and confidence organizations can trust to deliver excellence and maintain integrity in clinical research.​

    Learn About Employer Services >

    Organization Membership

    For organizations who need to provide their staff with on-demand access to foundational clinical research training and continuing education, ACRP Organization Membership is a turnkey and scalable solution.

    Learn More

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