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Celebrating Clinical Trials Day: From a Shipboard Study Site to Today

by William McEwen May 20, 2026
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Why Ancillary Supplies Are Becoming a Critical Part of Clinical Trial Planning

by Dan McDonald May 19, 2026
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Writing Clinical Study Materials: Why Starting Early Can Be an Option

by Liz Wegner May 6, 2026
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The Reader Experience: Making Clinical Research Participant Materials Easy to Use

by William McEwen April 22, 2026
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Risk Management in Clinical Trials Through Effective CAPA Practice

by Frances Bentley April 8, 2026
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Sustainability in Action: ESG and Clinical Research

by Dan McDonald March 16, 2026
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Harnessing Collective Intelligence in Clinical Trials

by Hope Cullen March 10, 2026
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White Space is Not a Missed Opportunity in Clinical Study Materials

by William McEwen March 3, 2026
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Wearables & AI in Clinical Trials: Balancing Innovation & Integrity

by Ted Corrigan February 17, 2026
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From Operations to Strategy: What SCOPE 2026 Revealed About the Future of Clinical Supply and RTSM

by Dan McDonald February 5, 2026
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    Celebrating Clinical Trials Day: From a Shipboard Study Site to Today

    by William McEwen May 20, 2026
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    Sailing ship from the 18th century to depict the type of vessel for randomized clinical trial history

    Quick Summary James Lind’s 18th-century shipboard experiment is a landmark moment in the history of clinical research, demonstrating how controlled comparisons can reveal effective treatments. We reimagined his study with a modern protocol title and criteria, then connected his work to the professionals who advance…

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    Why Ancillary Supplies Are Becoming a Critical Part of Clinical Trial Planning

    by Dan McDonald May 19, 2026
    by Dan McDonald May 19, 2026

    Quick Summary Ancillary supplies have always been part of clinical trial planning, but they haven’t always received the level of attention they deserve. Increasingly, sponsors, CROs, and clinical supply teams are recognizing how much non‑drug materials, everything from equipment to kitted supplies, can influence timelines,…

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    Writing Clinical Study Materials: Why Starting Early Can Be an Option

    by Liz Wegner May 6, 2026
    by Liz Wegner May 6, 2026

    Clinical studies follow established timelines, and the work of preparing site and participant materials typically begins at a predictable point in that process. Most study teams assume writing begins only after the protocol is approved, and often don’t consider alternatives. Naturally, the best time to…

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    The Reader Experience: Making Clinical Research Participant Materials Easy to Use

    by William McEwen April 22, 2026
    by William McEwen April 22, 2026

    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 Through Effective CAPA Practice

    by Frances Bentley April 8, 2026
    by Frances Bentley April 8, 2026

    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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