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Clinical development defines the entire process of bringing a new drug or medical device to market. From drug discovery and product development, to preclinical research and clinical trials, the development process is a long and difficult process. Yet for the determined, each failure helps advance scientific knowledge, propels the life sciences field forward, Only one or two compounds in 10,000 tested actually make it through to being licensed treatments. A potential new medicine may be rejected at any point in the development process on safety, effectiveness or quality grounds. Overall, it The use of technology in the clinical development process has been on the rise in recent years as its ability to speed up the process is being recognised. We’re likely to see an increasing push toward the acceptance of wearables for use in clinical trials. Although it’s in the embryonic phase, the impact of wearables could be huge. According to Astra Zeneca’s Matthew Bonam, by 2020, “70-80% of the data being collected will be by the patient in their own home, rather than centres. This should also lead to massive savings in cost. | The German clinical trials market is expected to reach €186m by 2025, according to a new report by Hexa Research, a significant increase on the €104m currently being spent in the area. Key drivers impacting the market growth are globalisation of clinical trials, development of new treatments such as personalised medicine and the evolution in technology. EPM Scientific is a global specialist recruitment company working exclusively in the Life Sciences industry. Our expert consultants place talent in the clinical development industry in Germany and across Europe. ​If you're a candidate, please register your CV and get discovered for all relevant roles. ​If you're a client looking for the best talent, please Register your vacancy or Request a call back. |
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