The importance of accurate and consistent sample collection and management in clinical trials

  • Biospecimens are foundational for all clinical trial data: they are data at an early stage
  • Errors in collection, logistics, or analysis can have major impacts.
  • Pre-analysis processes (requirements, collection, logistics, lab contracting, analysis, data transfer) are critical and should not be left to chance.
  • Clinical Trial logistical design is increasingly complex, and errors can occur at any stage
  • Compliance with evolving regulations is essential.
  • Informed consent, ownership rights, and privacy are key issues.
  • Transparent policies, ethical oversight, and robust tracking of samples and data are necessary
  • We need to Focus on the entire lifecycle to ensure compliance and trust.

PANEL: Handling finances for your biotech: tips for managing funding, investment and budgets

  • Ensuring your trial is cost-conscious and efficient without compromising on quality or on patient care
  • Forecasting and budgeting in order to accurately predict costs and minimize unforeseen expenses
  • Keeping your clinical budget on track
  • Negotiating prices and contracts in order to ensure maximum benefit without going over budget

MODERATOR
Rene Stephens, Managing Director, Clinical Business Operations, Danforth Advisors