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Navigating the Challenges in Clinical Research for Hepatitis C Therapies

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In the decades since its identification in 1989, advances in clinical research for new Hepatitis C therapies and the introduction of direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) have led to viral eradication in more than 98% of patients, resulting in HCV crossing from manageable to being the first curable , chronic viral infection.

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Top Clinical Research Conferences of 2024

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The field of clinical research is a dynamic and rapidly evolving one. One way to ensure that you are at the forefront of these developments is by attending clinical research conferences. AACR, founded in 1907, is the world’s oldest and largest professional organization dedicated to advancing cancer research.

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First biologic therapy for young children with severe eczema

Drug Discovery World

A biologic therapy for very young children with moderate to severe eczema (or atopic dermatitis) has been shown to be safe and effective in an international trial. The therapy is already licensed in the UK for adults and children aged six to 18, and was approved by the FDA in June 2022 for use in younger children.

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Incentivizing Participation: The Evolving Role of Patient Payments in Clinical Research

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Clinical research is an integral component of the healthcare ecosystem. It is pivotal in the development of cutting-edge treatments, therapies, and interventions for a wide array of diseases. Patient Payments in Clinical Research: Perception Over the Years In the U.S.,

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Researchers hope to cure HIV using CAR-T cells

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University of California researchers have dosed the second participant in their clinical trial to identify a potential cure for HIV utilising CAR-T cell therapy. The trial is the first-in-human clinical study investigating the duo CAR-T cell therapy for the treatment of HIV. “We

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Leveraging Genetic Testing for Enrolling Rare Disease Trials

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However, clinical research around Fragile X is considerably robust, making the possibility of clinical trial participation a potential motivation for parents to choose to undergo genetic testing for their children. As of July 2023, the American Society of Cell + Gene Therapy stated there were 3,905 therapies in development.

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FSP Engagements Continue to Gain Popularity, Drive Success

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The PPD clinical research business of Thermo Fisher Scientific conducts an annual survey of more than 150 leaders at pharmaceutical companies around the globe to assess trends in drug discovery and development, including preferences around outsourcing and functional service provider (FSP) utilization.