The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is a U.S. trade association representing research-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
PhRMA develops policy positions and industry principles related to ethics, clinical trial transparency, research conduct, and interactions with healthcare professionals. Its guidance can influence sponsor standards for disclosures, trial communication practices, and responsible data sharing. PhRMA perspectives are often referenced in discussions of clinical trial modernization, innovation policy, and lifecycle evidence generation. Engagement with PhRMA standards supports credibility and alignment with widely recognized industry expectations.