CROs/Service Providers

Quest Diagnostics completes sale of Enterix to Clinical Genomics

Wednesday, October 2, 2013 01:15 PM

Quest Diagnostics, a provider of diagnostic information services, has completed the sale of its Enterix colorectal cancer screening test business to Clinical Genomics Technologies, an Australian life sciences company.

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Viroclinics Biosciences launches clinical trial operations group

Wednesday, October 2, 2013 01:10 PM

Global CRO Viroclinics Biosciences has started a specialized group for clinical trial operations. Activities involve preparation of virology sampling kits, on-site sampling handling instruction, courier transport, sample tracking and tracing and management of sample processing labs.

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Parexel launches China Trials Solution

Monday, September 30, 2013 02:40 PM

Global CRO Parexel International has launched Parexel Dĭng Huī, China Trials Solution. The offering combines advanced technology and international SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) with local experience and resources to deliver cost-effective services that meet global quality standards. Parexel Dĭng Huī will support clients through locally delivered, streamlined services that support single-country registration trials and are tailored to meet Chinese NDA submission requirements.

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H. D. Smith acquisition Triplefin

Monday, September 30, 2013 02:37 PM

H. D. Smith, a pharmaceutical wholesaler and services provider based in Springfield, Ill., has acquired Triplefin, a reimbursement, patient assistance and pharmaceutical brand-support services company headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. H. D. Smith secured majority representation on Triplefin's board of directors in January and majority stock ownership interest in May. H.D. Smith has now acquired the remaining 49% of Triplefin shares, giving the company full ownership.

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JSS Medical Research completes acquisition of LatAm Clinical Trials

Friday, September 27, 2013 01:23 PM

CRO JSS Medical Research has acquired LatAm Clinical Trials, a multinational CRO in South and Central America.

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Quintiles undertakes genomic “pre-profiling” feasibility study

Friday, September 27, 2013 10:22 AM

CRO Quintiles has announced plans to improve the development of biomarker-targeted therapies through a novel approach that promotes the genomic “pre-profiling” of cancer patients. Quintiles is undertaking a study with the participation of U.S. Oncology Research, supported by McKesson Specialty Health and The U.S. Oncology Network, to explore the operational feasibility and clinical benefits of an upfront approach to the genomic profiling of tumors from metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) patients. The study will investigate how pre-profiling and genomic sequencing data may support physician treatment decisions, including the identification of appropriate clinical trials for patients.

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Accelovance joins iMedNet Partner Program

Friday, September 27, 2013 10:19 AM

Accelovance, a CRO focused in early phase oncology, vaccines and general medicine development, has joined the iMedNet Partner Program, established by MedNet, a global life sciences technology company specializing in clinical study management systems. Accelovance now can offer iMedNet EDC to clients as an advanced solution for the data management needs associated with clinical trial programs while providing significant cost savings compared with similar platforms.

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Covance launches external laboratory management services

Wednesday, September 25, 2013 12:36 PM

CRO Covance has launched external laboratory management services, a new offering that provides biopharmaceutical companies with a management solution for external laboratory testing associated with clinical trials.

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WCCT Global acquires OC Clinical Trials and Consulting

Wednesday, September 25, 2013 12:28 PM

WCCT Global, an Orange County, Calif.-based CRO, has acquired OC Clinical Trials and Consulting, an early stage ophthalmology and cosmetology research practice.

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inVentiv Health Clinical launches physician network for late-stage research

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 12:43 PM

inVentiv Health Clinical, a global supplier of drug development services, has launched a web-based network to connect physicians interested in participating in late-stage research to appropriate clinical trials.

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