As a startup life science company, you are excited by the promising laboratory results for your novel drug, but you must first test the product’s safety and efficacy through clinical trials. To expedite the process, you work with a clinical research organization to conduct trials outside the United States.
Due to the pandemic, many ongoing clinical trials have faced disruptions due to restrictions on participant travel. As a result, researchers and sponsors quickly adapted their trial protocols to incorporate remote and decentralized approaches. This led to increased adoption of DCTs across a wide range of therapeutic areas. This article discusses the development of decentralized clinical trials and how companies can benefit from their increased prevalence.