Newsletter | July 9, 2026

07.09.26 -- Why "Steady Evolution" Best Describes AI's Future

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Why Diversity Still Should Matter

Join Clinical Leader Live Chief Editor Dan Schell and his curated panelist of experts when they take a hard look at inclusivity in clinical trials and what’s holding the industry back. Learn why getting it right in 2026 isn’t optional; it’s essential for science, safety, and patients. Register for Why Diversity Still Should Matter on July 15 at 11 AM ET.

OUTSOURCING

Why "Steady Evolution" Best Describes AI's Future

I hosted a panel of clinical development veterans to separate AI hype from reality. Their message was clear: AI will change clinical trials, but success will depend less on the technology itself than on adoption, culture, and realistic expectations.

Improving Trial Readiness Through Community‑Based Models

This webinar explores how inclusive research can be advanced through community partnership models that improve access, build trust and support stronger enrollment and retention. 

What Sponsors Need To Know Before They Get To The IRB & IBC

Gene therapy requires early, rigorous safety planning and command of pediatric and biosafety rules. Early committee engagement reduces delays and strengthens high‑stakes trials.

Fast-Track Innovation, Address CMC Challenges In Expedited Pathways

Learn to overcome solubility challenges and utilize flexible development strategies to transition innovative treatments from early-phase trials to commercialization while ensuring patient safety.

Two Views Of Risk When Choosing An IRT/RTSM Software Partner

In this clip, Ryan Keane of Korio explains why legacy RTSM vendors, designed for large pharmaceutical companies, often struggle to serve smaller, fast-moving Sponsors.

Virtual Meeting Services

Explore how fully managed virtual meeting services support clinical research teams with registration, secure portal access, live facilitation, and post-meeting deliverables handled from start to finish.

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This webinar highlights challenges sponsors face managing CRO change orders, including scattered communication, limited budget visibility, and difficulty tracking revisions and impact. It emphasizes the need for structured processes and technology to improve collaboration, financial transparency, and auditability. Attendees will learn best practices for managing budgets, tracking projections vs. actuals, and reducing inefficiencies in study financial management.

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

The FDA Could Clear The Path For A Strep A Vaccine. Why Hasn't It?

Strep A kills around 500,000 people each year, and a vaccine would change this and is within reach. Yet, no Strep A vaccine is currently in Phase 3. 1Day Sooner's Josh Morrison shares how the FDA could make Strep A vaccines a reality.

AI In Regulatory Writing: Innovation Meets Human Expertise

Artificial intelligence is reshaping regulatory medical writing by accelerating document development while maintaining compliance and scientific rigor, creating faster, regulator-ready submissions without compromising quality.

Support For Efficient FDA Interactions

In today’s regulatory climate, ongoing discussion about FDA workload, funding constraints, and shifting review priorities have sparked anxiety across the biopharma industry — especially for sponsors preparing for key submissions like INDs or NDAs. At Veristat, our most recent interactions reflect continued responsiveness and constructive engagement from FDA.

Overcome Biosafety Challenges With An Innovative IBC

Simplify biosafety oversight and accelerate study startup with expert guidance that ensures NIH compliance while protecting researchers, communities, and the environment.

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