Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS)

Happy holidays from the SCRS team! As we reflect on the past year, we are deeply grateful for our community's unwavering dedication to advancing the mission of SCRS. Together, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones, strengthened our community, and made significant strides in supporting the vital work of research sites worldwide. These accomplishments would not have been possible without your partnership, commitment, and contributions to this shared mission. Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with peace, warmth, and celebration. We look forward to continuing this important work together in the year ahead! We've accomplished wonderful things together this year, and we extend our gratitude to our amazing community for your support.

Jena Daniels shares how Medable is transforming clinical trials through patient-centric innovation. Learn more about Medable's Patient Caregiver Network, strategic partnerships with organizations like Rare Patient Voice, and their commitment to supporting research sites. Tune in to hear how to improve the clinical trial experience for patients, caregivers, and sites alike by incorporating patient and site feedback ⇢ https://lnkd.in/e2jGGvdT

📬The latest issue of InSite is now available! Access important industry news and updates from SCRS and partners, including: – a letter from 2024 Eagle Award recipients MSD and Parexel – study needs vs patient-centricity with Scout – Medidata Solutions on the importance of site feedback – trial execution trends for 2025 with Remington-Davis Read it here ⇢ [https://lnkd.in/g-5bfZkM ](https://lnkd.in/g-5bfZkM "/linkBuilder_3N8ozyyT92E2bvNyx1hWac")

In Part 3 of our Workforce Webinar series, explore strategies to optimize resource allocation, manage budgets, and ensure financial sustainability. Learn to assess workloads, leverage technology, develop realistic budgets, and identify cost-saving opportunities while diversifying funding and managing financial risks. Sign up here ⇢https://lnkd.in/gggNvZTv

Explore the new and improved Diversity Site Assessment Tool (DSAT), which assesses site knowledge on recruiting diverse patient populations in clinical trials. The new iteration features updated questions for a more comprehensive analysis, including accessibility and inclusion understanding for people with disabilities. Assess your site's inclusive recruitment capabilities now ⇢ https://lnkd.in/g88GurwC

It's time to remove barriers for all patients in clinical trials. Learn about bills advocating for removing taxation for clinical trial participants, and download a letter to send to your Congressperson to show your support ⇢ https://lnkd.in/gFFXMa2h

Don't miss expert advice on making clinical research more inclusive and engaging, with strategies to elevate your site's patient recruitment and retention efforts. Learn how mobile research units and personalized transportation are transforming access for rural and underserved communities with Dr. Jyoti Angal from Avera Research Institute (ARI) ⇢ https://lnkd.in/gyEF_7zy

The European Site Solutions Summit is the space to understand clinical research site challenges firsthand. Edyta Maciołek, MTOPRA, Regulatory Affairs Manager at CTR Consulting is looking forward to discussing the impact of new European regulations at the site level. Join us in Portugal this February to be a part of the solutions driving European clinical trials ⇢ https://lnkd.in/gw562UtA

With unprecedented workforce challenges and increasing costs, clinical research sites are struggling to recruit and retain qualified staff. SCRS conducted a global survey to explore the current workforce challenges at clinical research sites and understand the impact they are having on the clinical research industry. Download it here ⇢ https://lnkd.in/gTR5PaBp

Robert Hummel dives into Suvoda's mission to streamline clinical trials, making it easier for sites and patients alike with their integrated platform and user-centered technology. Tune in to hear how Suvoda plans to collaborate with sites to address challenges with clinical technology. Plus, get a glimpse into their AI-driven assistant, designed to simplify site workflows and enhance patient care ⇢ https://lnkd.in/grByidYQ