Andy Studna, Senior Editor
Articles by Andy Studna, Senior Editor

In this video interview, Heather Horville, solutions consultant at Greenphire, discusses how clinical teams can boost participant retention in lengthy or complex trials through strategies like personalized engagement, stipends tied to ePRO diaries, and concierge services that offer one-to-one human connection.

In this video interview, Heather Horville, solutions consultant at Greenphire, shares how patient advocacy, localized insights, and real-world logistics can help clinical operations teams design studies that are more accessible to rural and minority populations.

Boston Scientific’s Farapulse Pulsed Field Ablation System is now approved for treating persistent atrial fibrillation, following 12-month data from the ADVANTAGE AF trial showing strong safety, high freedom from AF, and no major complications.

In this video interview, Heather Horville, solutions consultant at Greenphire, discusses how growing financial and logistical burdens on participants are threatening study timelines and data quality—and why planning for retention earlier is becoming a clinops imperative.

In this video interview, Kyle McAllister, co-founder, CEO, Trially, shares real-world examples of AI transforming clinical trial recruitment.

Merck’s bid to update Winrevair’s label advances with FDA priority review, backed by Phase III ZENITH data showing a 76% reduction in major morbidity and mortality events in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension.

In this video interview, Kyle McAllister, co-founder, CEO, Trially, explains how AI is stepping in to fill staffing gaps in clinical research—streamlining patient identification, real-time feasibility assessments, and automated prescreening to help sites stay operational and efficient despite budget cuts.

In this video interview, Kyle McAllister, co-founder, CEO, Trially, discusses how clinical trial sites and sponsors are responding to funding constraints by turning to telemedicine, cost-containment strategies, and increased reliance on industry-sponsored research.

In this video interview, Kyle McAllister, co-founder, CEO, Trially, explains how staffing reductions caused by clinical trial budget cuts are threatening patient recruitment and retention and warns of the long-term ripple effects on trial timelines and healthcare innovation.

New data from the pivotal GEMZ study show significant seizure reduction with adjunctive fenfluramine in CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder.

In this video interview, Kyle McAllister, co-founder, CEO, Trially, discusses how recent federal funding cuts are likely to undermine research focused on underrepresented populations, and why long-term investment in community-based studies is essential to closing persistent health equity gaps.

The Phase III BASIS trial found that once-weekly subcutaneous Hympavzi reduced treated bleed rates by 93% in patients with hemophilia A or B with inhibitors, offering a promising new prophylactic option for a population with limited therapeutic choices.

In this video interview, Judith Ng-Cashin, MD, chief medical officer, Novotech, explores how CRO partnerships are shifting to deliver greater efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory insight in response to tightening budgets and an increasingly complex clinical research environment.

In this video interview, Judith Ng-Cashin, MD, chief medical officer, Novotech, emphasizes the importance of proactive communication, strategic alignment, and cross-functional collaboration in establishing strong, effective partnerships between CROs and pharmaceutical companies.

In this video interview, Judith Ng-Cashin, MD, chief medical officer, Novotech, shares insights on how sponsors and CROs can cultivate a “one team” mindset by setting the right leadership tone, encouraging collaboration, and leveraging team-building strategies to drive clinical trial success.

In this video interview, Judith Ng-Cashin, MD, chief medical officer, Novotech, shares why clear communication, strong leadership, and cultural alignment are essential to building effective partnerships between CROs, sponsors, and other stakeholders in clinical research.

In this video interview, Judith Ng-Cashin, MD, chief medical officer, Novotech, explains why seamless collaboration between CROs and sponsors is critical to advancing clinical trials, and reflects on Novotech’s recognition as Citeline CRO Partnership of the Year.

In an interview with ACT senior editor Andy Studna at the 2025 DIA Global Annual Meeting, Carie Pierce, SVP, global head of growth & business development, DIA, reflects on the importance of leadership to drive progress in clinical research amid evolving regulatory and funding challenges.

In an interview with ACT senior editor Andy Studna at the 2025 DIA Global Annual Meeting, Carie Pierce, SVP, global head of growth & business development, DIA, shares her perspective on the progress of international regulatory initiatives like Project Orbis and highlights the industry’s renewed focus on scientific integrity amid global challenges.

Using a recent survey on the adoption of AI/ML conducted by the Tufts CSDD as context, pharma leaders discussed how they are using these technologies to optimize trial execution.

In this video interview, Matt Robinson, PhD, senior director, oncology research program, National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), shares his perspective on how clinical operations teams can evolve through patient-centered trial design, multi-disciplinary support, and enhanced education to address persistent barriers in cancer trial enrollment over the next five years.

In an interview with ACT senior editor Andy Studna at the 2025 DIA Global Annual Meeting, Carie Pierce, SVP, global head of growth & business development, DIA, discusses the growing emphasis on meaningful patient inclusion in clinical trial design and the importance of cross-sector collaboration to drive innovation in the clinical research ecosystem.

Global R&D leaders discuss the need for collaboration in medical research and how regulatory agencies are working to create the proper environment for advancements.

In this Q&A, Megan Bailey, EVP and president of central laboratories and international, Labcorp, discusses how central labs are evolving beyond testing to become strategic partners in clinical trial success.

In this video interview, Matt Robinson, PhD, senior director, oncology research program, National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), explores how emerging technologies such as wearable devices, real-world data analysis, and decentralized trial designs can improve the identification and engagement of potential cancer clinical trial participants.

In this video interview, Matt Robinson, PhD, senior director, oncology research program, National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), highlights the importance of equipping site staff and caregivers with tools and best practices to effectively communicate clinical trial opportunities to patients and improve enrollment rates.

In this video interview, Matt Robinson, PhD, senior director, oncology research program, National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), shares insights on the complex barriers limiting cancer patient participation in clinical trials and explores potential strategies for improving access and diversity.

In this video interview, Matt Robinson, PhD, senior director, oncology research program, National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), discusses the persistent challenges of low cancer patient enrollment in clinical trials and why broader participation is critical for advancing oncology research.

In combination with rilvegostomig or Keytruda, Enhertu will be evaluated versus chemotherapy in the DESTINY-Endometrial01 study for the treatment of patients with HER2-expressing, mismatch repair proficient primary advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer.

In this video interview, Jim Kremidas, executive director, Association for MultiSite Research Corporations (AMRC), discusses how key stakeholders in clinical research are responding to uncertainty with budget cuts and administrative shifts.