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How to Design a Microdosing Study in Phase 0 Trials A Step-by-Step Guide to Designing a Microdosing Study for Phase 0 Trials What is a Microdosing Study? A microdosing study involves the administration of extremely low, sub-therapeutic doses of a drug to human subjects to evaluate early pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacodynamic (PD) behavior. These studies…
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Site Selection and Infrastructure Needs for Early-Phase Trials Site Selection and Infrastructure Needs for Early-Phase Trials Introduction Early-phase clinical trials—especially Phase 1 studies—require specialized environments for participant safety, data integrity, and regulatory compliance. Choosing the right site is a critical success factor. From facility readiness to investigator experience, this tutorial explores how to select, prepare,…
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Transition Criteria from Phase 1 to Phase 2 Clinical Trials How Drugs Move from Phase 1 to Phase 2: Transition Criteria and Developmental Milestones Introduction The transition from Phase 1 to Phase 2 is one of the most critical decision points in drug development. It marks the move from initial human safety testing to early…
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Risk Management Plans (RMPs) and REMS Requirements in Phase 4 Clinical Trials Understanding RMPs and REMS: How Phase 4 Trials Ensure Drug Safety Post-Approval What Are RMPs and REMS in the Context of Phase 4 Trials? Risk Management Plans (RMPs) and Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) are structured plans developed to ensure that the…
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Differences Between Phase 2 and Phase 3 Clinical Trials – A Practical Guide for Clinical Researchers Key Distinctions Between Phase 2 and Phase 3 Trials Explained for Students and Professionals Introduction to Clinical Trial Phases Understanding the progression from Phase 2 to Phase 3 is essential for any clinical researcher or student studying clinical development….
Regulatory Submissions for Phase 1 Trials: IND, CTA, and Ethics Review Regulatory Submissions for Phase 1 Trials: IND, CTA, and Ethics Review Introduction Before a Phase 1 clinical trial can begin, sponsors must receive regulatory authorization and ethics approval. The requirements vary by country, but the fundamental goal is the same: to ensure that human…
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Introduction to Phase 0 Trials: Objectives, Design, and Rationale Understanding Phase 0 Trials: Purpose, Design, and Why They Matter What are Phase 0 Clinical Trials? Phase 0 trials, also known as microdosing studies, are the earliest phase of human clinical research. Introduced as part of an exploratory IND (Investigational New Drug) framework by the U.S….
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Types of Phase 2 Trials: Phase 2A vs. Phase 2B Breaking Down Phase 2A and Phase 2B Clinical Trials: Differences, Design, and Goals Introduction Phase 2 clinical trials serve a dual purpose—exploring efficacy and optimizing dose—before a treatment enters large-scale confirmatory trials. To better structure these goals, Phase 2 is often divided into two subphases:…
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Pharmacovigilance and Safety Signal Detection in Phase 4 Clinical Trials How Pharmacovigilance and Signal Detection Work in Post-Marketing Surveillance What Is Pharmacovigilance in the Context of Phase 4? Pharmacovigilance (PV) refers to the science and activities involved in detecting, assessing, understanding, and preventing adverse effects or any other drug-related problems. In Phase 4—or post-marketing surveillance—pharmacovigilance…
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Design and Objectives of Phase 3 Clinical Trials – Explained with Examples and Regulatory Insight Understanding the Planning and Purpose Behind Phase 3 Clinical Trials What Are Phase 3 Clinical Trials? Phase 3 clinical trials represent the final stage of pre-approval testing before a drug or treatment is submitted for marketing authorization. These trials are…
