The Research Process

A new medication begins its journey in preclinical development. This is the stage of research that occurs after drug conceptualization and before clinical trials. The primary goal is to determine the drug’s feasibility, interactive properties, and overall safety profile. If the researchers and regulatory authorities believe the drug has potential and a relatively low risk-profile, it then proceeds to clinical research, or testing in humans.

In this stage, researchers discover how drugs interact with the human body. Clinical trials follow a typical series from early, small-scale Phase I studies to late-stage, large scale Phase III studies. If a drug proves to be safe and effective, it is then submitted to the FDA for approval to hopefully one day make it to market and benefit millions of patients worldwide.

We specialize in these trials and provide unparalleled services to sponsoring pharmaceutical companies. When we believe we’ve found the right trial, the real search begins—in the community.

This is where you come in. Every trial has very specific and unique eligibility requirements for patients ranging from age to medical history to current medications. We apply our expertise to reach the appropriate patient populations in our communities through physician referrals, multimedia advertising, and community events.

Regardless of whether a patient desires to participate in a clinical trial to help themselves, to help others, or simply to advance the field of medicine, their willingness to get involved is paramount to the success of our work.