Early Phase CRO Chosen for Cell-Based Therapy Diabetes Trial
Clinical program focused on reversing type 1 diabetes symptoms in patients diagnosed within six months of trial initiation
Chula Vista, Calif.-based early phase CRO will undertake DiaVacs, a biotech company testing a Type I diabetes therapy in Phase Ib/IIa trials. The double-blind, placebo-controlled study will begin by first enrolling 10 subjects who are at least 18 years of age with newly diagnosed Type I diabetes (< 6 months from diagnosis). The 15-month study commitment will have the study participants visiting the Profil facility to test DiaVacs proprietary cell-based therapy. Profil specializes in diabetes and obesity trials.
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Improving Relationships and Diversifying the Site Selection Process
April 17th 2025In this episode of the Applied Clinical Trials Podcast, Liz Beatty, co-founder and chief strategy officer, Inato, discusses a number of topics around site engagement including community-based sites, the role of technology in improving site/sponsor relationships, how increased operational costs are impacting the industry, and more.
Behind the Buzz: Why Clinical Research Leaders Flock to SCOPE Summit
February 7th 2025In this episode, we meet with Micah Lieberman, Executive Conference Director for SCOPE Summit (Summit for Clinical Ops Executives) at Cambridge Innovation Institute. We will dive deep into the critical role of collaboration within the clinical research ecosystem. How do we bring together diverse stakeholders—sponsors, CROs, clinical trial tech innovators, suppliers, patients, sites, advocacy organizations, investors, and non-profits—to share best practices in trial design, program planning, innovation, and clinical operations? We’ll explore why it’s vital for thought leaders to step beyond their own organizations and learn from others, exchanging ideas that drive advancements in clinical research. Additionally, we’ll discuss the pivotal role of scientific conferences like SCOPE Summit in fostering these essential connections and collaborations, helping shape the future of clinical trials. Join us as we uncover how collective wisdom and cross-industry partnerships are transforming the landscape of clinical research.
