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Experts Debate Moving Patient Centricity from Concept to Reality

BlogApril 10, 2019

So-called patient-centric clinical trials are key to broadening participation, most experts agree. However, it begins to get a little dicey as soon as the term is lifted off the dictionary […]

Dr. Meagan Vaughn, PhD, RAC, Research Scientist, Rho

Patients Face New Pressures in Gene Therapy Clinical Trials

BlogApril 9, 2019

While many gene therapy clinical trials appear to be on the cusp of generating some game-changing healthcare innovations, patients are on a steep learning curve navigating the new landscape, says […]

Renata Yong, BPharm, Global Project Manager and Senior Medical Services Associate, George Clinical

Are You Prepared to Conduct a Surgical Placebo-Controlled Trial?

BlogApril 2, 2019

Although they offer several benefits when conducted in the right situation, surgical placebo-controlled trials pose ethical and safety challenges in terms of enrolling patients and finding the right professionals to […]

Janet Woodcock

FDA Pushes Sponsors to Expand Treatment Access After Successful Trials

BlogApril 2, 2019

A trio of heavy-hitters at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) made a pitch for sponsors to think bigger when it comes to expanded access (EA) to treatment for […]

Jason Methia, Veeva Systems

Empowering Sites to Ease the Administrative Burden of Clinical Trials

BlogApril 1, 2019

PAID MESSAGE Jason Methia, VP, Site Strategy, Veeva Systems Scientific innovation in the life sciences industry has accelerated at a rapid pace – the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and […]

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    Membership Benefits

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    Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Simulation

    Understanding Clinical Trial Protocols

    Building Quality Management Systems

    Site Quality Management Tools

    Guidelines and Regulations Resource Center

    ACRP is committed to being a trusted source for all professionals whose roles involve conducting and leading clinical research. Access the most accurate and up-to-date information related to clinical research guidelines and regulations.

    Explore Resources

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

    ACRP Certification Milestone Achievers

    ACRP honors the 2024 Certification Milestone Achievers, an exclusive group of nearly 1,700 professionals who have consistently proven their commitment to conducting clinical trials safely, ethically, and to the highest standard.

    Learn More

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    Boost Your Prospects with ACRP Certification

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    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

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    Clinical Researcher—June 2025

    Because nothing stands still for long in the clinical research enterprise, in this issue of Clinical Researcher, we consider how to go about “Building a Better Future from Lessons Learned Today.” Several contributors to the issue offer their perspectives on training and education opportunities for taking advantage of existing resources and for nurturing the pool of upcoming talent needed for thriving clinical trials teams. Others deliver insights on applying evolved ethics guidelines within the industry and finding and acting upon one’s purpose in the field.

    Read June 2025 Issue

    View Archives

    New! AI in Clinical Research White Paper

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    This white paper focuses on the impact of AI across the industry, including dozens of real-world vignettes and their lessons learned.

    Read Publication

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    • Fall 2025 Initial Certification Testing Dates

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    • Greater San Diego Chapter: Listening First – Real Life Strategies for Integrating the Patient Voice into Clinical Research Design

      July 15, 2025

    • Fall 2025 Initial Certification Regular Registration

      July 16 - September 30, 2025

    View All Events

    Discounted Rates for ACRP 2025

    ACRP members save $200 on their ACRP 2025 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

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    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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