The Quality Issue – May 2025

National Clinical Trials Day is celebrated on May 20th each year to honour the pivotal role that clinical research plays in advancing medical science and improving patient care. The date commemorates the first documented clinical trial conducted by Scottish physician James Lind in 1747, who tested treatments for scurvy among sailors. This day serves to recognize the dedication of clinical trial professionals, researchers, and, most importantly, the volunteers who participate in trials, contributing to the development of new treatments and therapies. It also raises public awareness about the importance of clinical trials in ensuring that medical interventions are safe and effective.

You can learn more about the history and purpose of Clinical Trials Day by visiting the ACRP – Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) dedicated website.

The Tufts Center for the Study of Drug Development (Tufts CSDD) is conducting new research aimed at understanding how study monitoring and data collection practices are changing and evolving. This research will assess how sponsor companies are approaching implementation of more centralized and risk-based monitoring approaches, and how sponsor and CRO field-based monitors are adjusting and adapting. Links to participate in this study can be found below:

• Sponsor companies, please click here to participate: Sponsor Survey
• Clinical research associates (CRAs), please click here to participate: CRA Survey

Dates for your diary:

📍 Global Clinical Trial Connect 2025 🗓 When: May 28-29 📌 Where: London, UK

💡 Why Attend: GCTC is a key event for anyone looking to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of clinical research.

With innovation accelerating and trial complexity growing, this conference is the ideal forum to explore new technologies, effective collaborations, and forward-thinking strategies that can drive both patient and industry success. 🔗 Register here

📍 OCT UK & Ireland 2025 🗓 When: 10-11 June 📌 Where: London, UK

We’re proud to be sponsoring the 12th Annual Outsourcing in Clinical Trials Event Series and look forward to connecting with you in person! Visit us at Booth 39, where our team will be on hand to answer all your RBQM questions and queries. Don’t forget to ask about our reimagined Centralized Monitoring platform, OPRA-CM – built to deliver smarter insights and greater efficiency across your trials.

📣 Our CEO, Duncan Hall, will also be presenting “Has RBQM Reached Its Full Potential?” — catch him on Day One at 3:00 PM in Stream B: Clinical Innovation and Technology.

This is a great opportunity to hear from expert speakers, explore the latest regulatory updates, and network with peers from across the UK & Ireland’s clinical development landscape. See you there! 🔗 Register here