clinical trial
noun
: a scientifically controlled study of the safety and effectiveness of a therapeutic agent (such as a drug or vaccine) using consenting human subjects
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Investors should note that biotechnology investments carry inherent risks, including regulatory hurdles and clinical trial outcomes.
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Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Addressing these disparities will require a multifaceted approach between physicians, public health personnel and policymakers to enable greater access to care for all individuals as well as more inclusive representation of minorities in clinical trials and research.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
The big picture: After the pandemic's onset, the clinical trial space attracted significant investor interest — and as capital poured in, they were drawn to ancillary services to help make trials more efficient.
—Claire Rychlewski, Axios, 18 Oct. 2024
The gift will also support cutting-edge clinical trials and immunotherapy treatments, along with a fellowship program that encourages collaboration among scientists through an annual symposium.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 16 Oct. 2024
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Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Addressing these disparities will require a multifaceted approach between physicians, public health personnel and policymakers to enable greater access to care for all individuals as well as more inclusive representation of minorities in clinical trials and research.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
The big picture: After the pandemic's onset, the clinical trial space attracted significant investor interest — and as capital poured in, they were drawn to ancillary services to help make trials more efficient.
—Claire Rychlewski, Axios, 18 Oct. 2024
The gift will also support cutting-edge clinical trials and immunotherapy treatments, along with a fellowship program that encourages collaboration among scientists through an annual symposium.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 16 Oct. 2024
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“Clinical trial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clinical%20trial. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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