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Beyond blood tests: The evolution of digital biomarkers in clinical research

Drug Discovery World

With a staggering 450,000 clinical trials 3 registered globally to address these pressing health issues, and an average failure rate of 90% 4 , the call to accelerate and revolutionise clinical research is paramount. They mark a significant shift in clinical research, utilising technology to capture real-time patient data.

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Phases of Clinical Research: A Detailed Overview

Advarra

Each phase has a different purpose in testing the treatment’s safety and efficacy. This article explores how the clinical research phases protect study volunteers from harm and ensure new drugs and therapies are developed effectively. Therefore, clinical research is a fundamental aspect of medical advancement.

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How organoids can redefine pre-clinical research

Drug Target Review

8 Furthermore, the absence of immune, mesenchymal, or endothelial cells limits the applicability of organoids for the assessment of certain therapies, such as immuno-oncology treatments or drug metabolism studies where more complex models are needed. Nat Rev Bioeng [Internet]. 2023 Jan 19;1(1):32–45. 95: 729–38

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Clinical Research Opportunity for Patients with Migraines

Olympian Clinical Research

Consider the PRECLUDE study – a clinical research study for patients with episodic migraines. We are researching an investigational study drug to understand if it could potentially help in the preventive treatment of episodic migraine in adults. What is a Clinical Research Study? About Migraines.

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Bullous Pemphigoid: Causes, Symptoms and Potential Treatments

Olympian Clinical Research

Therefore, if you or a loved one is dealing with this rare condition, it’s essential to educate yourself about the condition and its potential treatments. To diagnose bullous pemphigoid, your doctor may order a blood test and take a skin biopsy. Treatments are often aimed at relieving itchy skin and healing blisters and sores.

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Benefits of Participating in Clinical Trials

Olympian Clinical Research

Clinical trials are essential for advancing medical knowledge and developing new treatments that can improve patient care and outcomes. Participating in a clinical trial is a significant decision that can have profound benefits, not only for the individual participant but also for future patients and the broader medical community.

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Understanding Atopic Dermatitis, Its Symptoms & Treatment

Olympian Clinical Research

Despite its prevalence, there’s still a lot that people don’t understand about atopic dermatitis, its symptoms, and the treatment methods available to patients who suffer from the condition. When it comes to treating atopic dermatitis, most available treatments center around symptom mitigation (i.e. What Causes Atopic Dermatitis?