


The Northern Research Diamond: Where nature, innovation and research change the world!
Guest Post from Dace Dimza-Jones – Industry Facilitator, NIHR Clinical Research Network Greater Manchester My concept of the Northern Research Diamond was born out of observing established links within the region, and further grounded by the history and the impact it...
IAOCR demonstrates ongoing commitment to quality
Quality is the backbone of what IAOCR strives to deliver both directly and by supporting the Clinical Research Industry. As part of our ongoingcommitment to the Industry, we have bolstered our team with the addition of Sarah Everitt who is our new Vice President of...
IAOCR means…
IAOCR has been committed to transforming the world of clinical research for over a decade. Driving this through the adoption of global best-practice standards for the enhancement and advancement of people and processes in the clinical research industry. This is...
Spotlight on Leadership: Dr Suki Balendra, Life Sciences Lead, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Suki Balendra’s career has spanned academia, industry, central government and currently the UK’s NHS; working with the pharmaceutical Industry. She is working at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust as part of National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical...Ensuring upmost quality
Quality is the backbone of the clinical research industry, and IAOCR is dedicated to upholding and adhering to the highest quality standards. Whilst doing so, IAOCR holds an integral independence from the industry to insure a suitable degree of impartiality, however...The Central Monitoring Associate – Take a Bow!
The growth and widespread use of electronic data capture was one of the factors behind the release of European Medicine Agency’s Reflection Paper on Risk Based Quality Management in Clinical Trials in 2013. Included in the glossary of this document is the definition...Game Changer: Standards-Focused University Launched for TMF
IAOCR is delighted to announced that LMK Clinical Research Consulting (LMK) has been awarded IAOCR Certified Academy Partners status for their pioneering of Trial Master File University (TMF University). TMF is the foundation of every clinical trial and holds critical...
A year of COVID – how the clinical research industry has changed
Life has fundamentally shifted for everyone since we learned about COVID-19 and the year has been frequently (and fairly) referred to as ‘unprecedented’. As we mark this unusual anniversary it offers an important opportunity to reflect on how it has affected us and...
Healthcare equity: How can we realize this ambition?
World Health Day is an opportunity to reflect and consider the global health environment and this year the WHO’s focus is on building a fairer, healthier world for everyone. The importance of this day is extenuated following the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic,...How Can You Build Confidence in Your Clinical Research
In an industry so highly regulated the role of accreditation for clinical research is paramount, providing clear standards and structure to ensure continued delivery at the highest level. With renewed focus on clinical research and much discussion around safety of...
Is it worth the risk?
Is it worth the risk? You wouldn’t board a flight with an unlicensed pilot? You wouldn’t drive a car without insurance? Why would you entrust your clinical research in someone who hasn’t proven and safeguarded their capabilities? Don’t Risk It! Do you protect your...