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• How M2M Will Accelerate Clinical Research

  Discover ways that leveraged machine-to-machine devices connected directly to the Internet of Things could benefit clinical trials.

• 3 Things To Know When Using Wearables In Your Study

  As wearables unleash new possibilities, the industry will need an effective strategy to utilize these useful tools. Consider these tips when incorporating wearables in a clinical study.

• The EU MDR Is In Effect. Now What?

  In May 2021, the EU MDR replaced the EU's Medical Device Directive and Directive on Active Implantable Medical Devices. Learn about the basics of this regulation, who it impacts, and how to collect EU MDR-compliant clinical data.

• How EDCs Are Changing The Game In Clinical Research

  Explore all things EDC in this article: what it is, how researchers can use it in clinical trials, its numerous benefits, and examples of how these translate into the real world.

• Automated Data Capture To Train An AI Algorithm With eSource

  Explore why an AI algorithm needs a steady and significant stream of data to become more accurate and prove its efficacy in a clinical setting.

• Five Steps To Improve Patient Engagement And Drive Better Outcomes In Clinical Trials

  In order to have a successful clinical trial, researchers must recruit—and retain—patients. This is a struggle that researchers know well: only 1 in 20 patients who respond to a recruitment promotion complete the study, with only 1 in 5 showing up for initial screening.

• eCRF In Clinical Trials: Shifting To A Modern Research Paradigm

  The technology researchers use to manage data collection for clinical trials has not kept pace with the industry’s rapid growth. Innovative software solutions and interoperability breakthroughs are out there, but discover how the clinical research world has been slow to adapt.

• EDC For Mid-Study Changes In Medical Device Clinical Trials

  In this case study, discover how a company was pointed to an electronic data capture (EDC) system that was quick to adapt and easy to scale as the study changed.

• Real-World Data Capture With EDC

  This case study explores how a Ph.D. candidate partnered with Castor to develop software that seamlessly moves RWD between hospital systems and Castor’s EDC.

• Choosing An EDC With A Robust API For Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Clinical Trials

  This white paper explores the importance of choosing an EDC with an API before starting a clinical trial.

• Clinical Research In 2035: What Can We Expect?

  Derk Arts, Founder and CEO of Castor, and Kimberly Tableman, Castor’s Chief Clinical Development Officer, discuss what changes are expected in clinical research, technology, and data through the lens of three key pillars.

• The Future Of Rare Disease Research

  Patients grappling with rare diseases are unique within the world of clinical trials—they’re often highly motivated and eager to take part in research. Learn how decentralized clinical trials (DCT) and FAIR data principles are well poised to meet their needs and push research further, faster. 

• Bridging Clinical Efficacy And Real-World Effectiveness In Digital Therapeutics Trials

  No matter how conclusive clinical evidence is for medical treatments, developers may struggle to see precisely how their treatment performs in the real world—outside the controlled environment of the clinic or office.

• DTx Clinical Trials And Data Standardization

  This paper explores the benefits and challenges of DTx trials and provides recommendations on best practices for data collection and management.

• Essential Guide To Clinical Data Collection Under European Medical Device Regulation

  Learn how EU MDR establishes a standard and consistent regulatory framework for medical devices to ensure a high level of health and safety while supporting innovation and clinical data collection.

• Econsent Readiness In 12 Countries

  eConsent is imperative for continuing research during the COVID-19 pandemic, but regulations can vary widely across borders. Witness how eConsent is managed in the top countries in clinical research.

• The Decentralized Clinical Trial Playbook

  This playbook is a tool for sponsors and CROs who want to leverage DCT technology to support remote interactions in their clinical studies.

• 8 Data Types To Collect Remotely

  Decentralized clinical trials (DCT) are collecting many kinds of data remotely, and this data is only expected to grow in volume. This is great news since remote data collection requires less source data verification (SDV). While not every data type is ideal or appropriate to collect remotely, here are eight to review.

• Developing An Infrastructure For Patient-Centric Decentralized Trials

  Learn the the infrastructure needs for providing the best patient experience and ensuring data integrity in decentralized clinical trials.

• How To Prepare An IRB Submission For A Remote eConsent Study

  IRBs are increasingly supportive of eConsent solution. Even so, researchers may find themselves in need of guidance as they prepare for an eConsent IRB review.