Pfizer Recognizes Importance of Certification of Physician Investigators
Pfizer recognized the Certified Physician Investigator designation obtained through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals' (ACRP) Certification Program as an acceptable method for clinical investigators to demonstrate competency in good clinical practice (GCP) for Pfizer-sponsored clinical trials.
The decision recognizes the importance of high-quality training in the tenets of GCP to promote physician investigators' safe and ethical conduct of clinical trials with human subjects. Pfizer has reviewed the ACRP Certification Program and says it will recognize the CPI® designation for investigators who wish to conduct Pfizer-sponsored clinical trials.
The examination taken by qualified physicians wishing to earn the CPI® designation is administered by the Academy of Clinical Research Professionals, an affiliate of ACRP that also oversees the Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC®) and Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA®) Certification Programs. The non-profit ACRP was founded in 1976 to promote integrity and excellence in the field and, since 1992, has been the leading certifier of clinical research professionals with more than 24,000 professionals, including nearly 1,100 CPIs, having earned a designation to date.
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.
FDA-Approved Gene Therapy Beqvez Shows Sustained Efficacy, Safety in Long-Term Hemophilia B Trial
April 17th 2025Beqvez (fidanacogene elaparvovec), an FDA-approved one-time gene therapy for hemophilia B, demonstrated sustained factor IX expression, low bleeding rates, and a favorable safety profile over long-term follow-up.
