Much of life is rooted in communication, and this is certainly true in clinical research. Every study interaction, whether in person or through participant clinical trial materials, depends on clear and reliable information. When we communicate with participants, we convey essential details and set expectations.…
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Risk management in clinical trials depends on systems that detect issues, correct them, and prevent them from returning. Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) are the structured process used to investigate deviations, address root causes, and strengthen controls. When CAPAs work, they protect study integrity and…
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Business Insights
Sustainability in Action: ESG and Clinical Research
by Dan McDonaldby Dan McDonaldSustainability has become a top priority for businesses and now shapes how they are evaluated and trusted. Companies in every industry are judged not only on their results and profits, but also on how they operate. In life sciences, using sustainable practices in clinical trials…
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Life-Science EventsPatient EngagementStudy Site Management
Harnessing Collective Intelligence in Clinical Trials
by Hope Cullenby Hope CullenClinical studies are complex, and they work better when the people involved share what they know. That may sound obvious, but sponsors, CROs, sites, technology partners, and patients often end up working in separate corners. This makes it harder for important information to move where…
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Clinical Trial Writing and DesignPatient EngagementPatient Recruitment and RetentionSite Materials & Logistics
White Space is Not a Missed Opportunity in Clinical Study Materials
Discover how print and digital clinical study materials, developed with clarity, white space, and purpose, improve participant understanding and engagement. White space refers to the empty area around print and design text and graphic elements. Long ago, in a different industry, I was part of…