IBC
Cheryl Byers and Dr. John H. Stewart Discuss Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Cancer Research
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in cancer research are critical to clinical research. In this episode, Advarra’s Cheryl Byers and Dr. John H. Stewart have a discussion on what is DEI, the current climate of DEI in cancer research, and considerations to improve DEI in clinical trial enrollment and retention.
The State of Clinical Trial Activation at Sites Report
View our report on actions to streamline study activaiton and maximize operational efficiency.
Meridian Builds Robust Gene Therapy Research Program
Partnering with Advarra’s Institutional Biosafety Committee, Meridian Clinical Research established a program for conducting clinical trials with cutting edge, genetically engineered vaccines.
How Sites Can Win in the New Age of Genetically Engineered Treatments
The accelerating gene therapy market is expected to grow 16.6 percent by 2027. As gene therapies enter the pipeline, how can sites prepare themselves to take advantage of the rush?
Biosafety, Ethical, and Logistical Challenges to Pursuing a Coronavirus Vaccine at Warp Speed
The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has impacted all aspects of society. Various government and private groups around the world are endeavoring to develop safe and effective vaccines at an unprecedented pace and scale to quell the pandemic as quickly as possible.
mRNA and Its Role in Clinical Research
Messenger RNA (mRNA) has made recent headlines due to its role in Operation Warp Speed. This article explores how its technology is used to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.
Does Warp Speed Vaccine Development and Testing Compromise Safety?
Fiction often shows warp speed travels not going as planned, but what does warp speed mean for vaccine development in clinical research?
Top 10 Educational Resources of 2020
We strive to create meaningful and relevant content for the clinical research community. Check out our top resources of 2020.
New FDA Certificate of Confidentiality Guidance: What Does it Mean for You?
Certificates of Confidentiality protect participant privacy by preventing disclosed sensitive information during research.
Q&A – Racial Diversity in Clinical Trials: Building Trust in Participant Engagement
Our experts answered some of the most popular questions from "Racial Diversity in Clinical Trials: Building Trust in Participant Engagement."
Takeaways From the FDA’s VRBPAC Meeting – October 22, 2020
On October 22, 2020, the FDA's VRBPAC met to discuss the development, authorization, and licensure of vaccines to prevent COVID-19.
Institutional Biosafety Committee Reviews 101
What is an IBC? How long does an IBC review take? Read our IBC 101 handout to get answers to some of your most frequently asked questions.