Robert Davidson
Robert Davidson
Robert is Managing Editor of Applied Clinical Trials magazine. He received his B.S. degree in Magazine Journalism from the University of Maryland, College Park. Robert has significant experience in medical/scientific peer-review publishing, including a number of years with the IEEE Journals Department, where he managed 15 titles such as Transactions on Medical Imaging and Transactions on Nuclear Science. Earlier, he was an editorial researcher with National Magazine Award-winning IEEE Spectrum magazine. In 2003, he wrote a CME monograph covering COPD that was sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline. He has been with ACT for the past 3 years. In between his time with trade publications, Robert combined a personal interest and avocation as an editor with Field & Stream magazine, and he later gained public relations experience as a PR manager with Cendant Corporation.
Improving Relationships and Diversifying the Site Selection Process
April 17th 2025In this episode of the Applied Clinical Trials Podcast, Liz Beatty, co-founder and chief strategy officer, Inato, discusses a number of topics around site engagement including community-based sites, the role of technology in improving site/sponsor relationships, how increased operational costs are impacting the industry, and more.
Phase III SELECT-GCA Trial Results Lead to FDA Approval of Rinvoq for Giant Cell Arteritis
April 30th 2025Rinvoq (upadacitinib) becomes the first oral JAK inhibitor approved by the FDA for the treatment of giant cell arteritis in adults, following robust data from the Phase III SELECT-GCA trial demonstrating its efficacy in achieving sustained remission and reducing glucocorticoid exposure.
Behind the Buzz: Why Clinical Research Leaders Flock to SCOPE Summit
February 7th 2025In this episode, we meet with Micah Lieberman, Executive Conference Director for SCOPE Summit (Summit for Clinical Ops Executives) at Cambridge Innovation Institute. We will dive deep into the critical role of collaboration within the clinical research ecosystem. How do we bring together diverse stakeholders—sponsors, CROs, clinical trial tech innovators, suppliers, patients, sites, advocacy organizations, investors, and non-profits—to share best practices in trial design, program planning, innovation, and clinical operations? We’ll explore why it’s vital for thought leaders to step beyond their own organizations and learn from others, exchanging ideas that drive advancements in clinical research. Additionally, we’ll discuss the pivotal role of scientific conferences like SCOPE Summit in fostering these essential connections and collaborations, helping shape the future of clinical trials. Join us as we uncover how collective wisdom and cross-industry partnerships are transforming the landscape of clinical research.
