Ellicott City, M.D., April 30, 2015 – The Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), the global trade organization fully dedicated to representing the interests of clinical research sites, and Total Clinical Trial Management (TCTM), an emerging contract research organization (CRO) based in Dallas, Texas, today announced through the TCTM Scholarship Program over 500 clinical research sites have been awarded one-year SCRS memberships. The SCRS Site Scholarship Program awards membership to qualifying sites striving for excellence in clinical research who are not current or previous SCRS members.
“SCRS applauds TCTM’s commitment to promoting greater site sustainability for clinical research sites globally by sponsoring SCRS membership for over 500 sites,” comments Christine Pierre, SCRS President. “SCRS provides the advanced knowledge, resources, and mentorship sites need to develop best clinical practices and business acumen for sustainability. We are pleased that the SCRS Site Scholarship Program is gaining considerable momentum and enabling more sites access to the tools, resources, and training provided by SCRS critical to the conduct of quality research.”
“TCTM is pleased to support SCRS’ important work in this significant capacity,” comments Ryan Sunday, Senior Director of Operations and Business Development, TCTM. “As the pharma industry evolves, site health and trial quality are critical areas of focus for TCTM. We are proud to have an opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way to the success of our future site partners around the world.”
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