Newsletter | August 6, 2026

08.06.26 -- Development With Orphan Drug Designation And Early Talks With The FDA

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IRB in Action: A Live Mock Board Review offers a behind-the-scenes look at the IRB review process through a live mock board meeting led by experienced IRB members and clinical research experts. Attendees will observe protocol evaluation, risk-benefit discussions, informed consent review, and regulatory considerations while gaining practical insights to improve IRB submissions, protocol development, and study readiness.

OUTSOURCING MODELS

From The Lab To Regulations As An IRB Specialist

In this 8-question Q&A, Ribu Goyal, an IRB specialist and scientific reviewer at the Mayo Clinic Office for Human Research Protection, talks about everything from the details of her job to how sponsors could improve their collaboration with their IRBs. 

What Sponsors Get Wrong When Selecting A CRO

Gene therapy immunogenicity requires platforms, judgment, and regulatory fluency beyond ADA norms. Relying on biologics criteria creates gaps; CGT expertise ensures reliable, interpretable results.

Why Sponsors Are Moving Away From Multi-Vendor Trial Support

Multi-vendor trial models often limit visibility and coordination. Discover how centralized operations can streamline workflows, control costs, and improve stakeholder experiences.

Open-Label Study Assessing Relative And Absolute Bioavailability

Consistent absorption across different formulations and dietary conditions ensures stable therapeutic exposure. This flexibility simplifies patient dosing schedules and supports manufacturing transitions.

Ready To Reach Proof Of Concept Faster?

Proof-of-concept provides a critical bridge between Phase 1 and Phase 2 trials, making an experienced CRO partner vital to achieving optimal outcomes for early-phase clinical research.

The Next Generation Of Oral Targeted Therapies

Solve the unique challenges of poorly soluble molecules like targeted protein degraders (TPDs), such as PROTACs and molecular glues, seamlessly accelerating your molecule from development to commercialization.

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Rare Disease Nonprofits: De-Risk Development With Orphan Drug Designation And Early Talks With The FDA

For nonprofit organizations, Orphan Drug Designation is the start of a disciplined, forward-looking regulatory strategy, but it's not the only factor in success. H. Greg Thomas, Ph.D., shares his advice for de-risking orphan drug development.

Strategic Implications Of The Single Phase 3 Approval Paradigm

As FDA single-trial approvals gain traction, CNS developers need stronger early evidence. Learn how biomarkers, patient selection, and regulatory strategy can accelerate development.

How Life Sciences Leaders Are Preparing For More Curveballs In 2026

Anticipate regulatory shifts and supply chain hurdles with agile scenario planning. Move beyond fragmented systems to build a resilient, data-driven foundation for a volatile industry landscape.

At The Turning Point – Shaping The Future Of Hematology

Hematology is at a turning point. Turn complexity into strategy with smarter trial design, stronger patient engagement, confident regulatory navigation and real-world evidence insights.

Driving Safety And Compliance Seamlessly

Whether it’s accelerating market entry with the “FSP Country in a Box” solution or maintaining global compliance through expert oversight, IQVIA empowers organizations with scalable, localized support.

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