Newsletter | April 7, 2026

04.07.26 -- How To Separate AI Hype From Real Value

CLINICAL TRIAL TECHNOLOGY

A Clinical Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) Maturity Framework For Biopharma

Pharma has invested substantially in machine learning applications, but investment in the operational infrastructure — the MLOps layer — has lagged. The time to build that infrastructure is now — not after your next trial fails.

How To Separate AI Hype From Real Value

Victoria Gamerman, strategy leader for RWD Insights, outlines three principles for evaluating AI solutions, including proven experience, data readiness, and lifecycle ownership.

How Emerging Technologies Are Challenging Traditional IRB Oversight

Uncover how you can navigate FDA expectations and Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements when integrating AI and Software-as-a-Medical-Device into clinical trials.

Rewriting The Rules Of Clinical Trials Through Digital Biomarkers

Digital biomarkers are reshaping clinical research with continuous, real‑world data. Explore how emerging tools, AI, and cross‑industry collaboration are driving smarter clinical development.

Unifying The Clinical Trial Journey: A New Standard For Integration

Simplify the clinical trial journey by unifying logistics, data, and payments. Reduce administrative friction for sites and improve the patient experience to accelerate trial timelines.

If Data Integrity Matters, Paper Is Not An Option

Ditch outdated paper assessments to ensure data integrity. Digital capture improves regulatory compliance, reduces administrative burden, and enhances the patient experience in clinical trials.

Evaluating Wearable Data Platforms For Endpoint-Driven Studies

Endpoint‑driven studies need platforms that unify wearable data with trial systems, support derived measures, and ensure traceability so continuous data becomes reliable clinical evidence.

Clinical Leader Smart Sourcing Solutions Expo: Retention By Design

Enhance participant retention through intuitive UX and real-time site support tools, while seamlessly integrating with IRT, EDC, and third-party platforms.

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