Europe

PI Perspective: Notes From a U.K. Site Alliance Network Event

Luke Boylan, MBChB, MBA, Principal Investigator at Velocity in North London, recently attended the Parexel Site Alliance Network event. This collaborative gathering included NHS/NIHR-affiliated sites and other commercial research organizations, providing an invaluable opportunity to discuss the evolving landscape of clinical trials in the U.K. Dr. Boylan’s key takeaways from the event: Regulatory Improvements: There … Read more

Velocity Appoints Craig Koch to Lead European Expansion, Reinforcing Commitment to the Region

Craig Koch has been appointed as Velocity’s new Executive Vice President, Europe, to spearhead the next phase of growth across the region. His appointment underscores the company’s long-term commitment to Europe. Previously serving as EVP, Global Head of Sales, Craig has been with Velocity since 2019. He is now relocating to Europe to provide hands-on … Read more

Henrik Watz Featured in Free Educational Presentation Available for HCPs on COPD with Type 2 Inflammation

Congratulations to Henrik Watz, MD, on his exceptional presentation at the 2024 European Respiratory Society (ERS) ADVENT COPD Symposia! Dr. Watz, Medical Director and Principal Investigator at Velocity Clinical Research in Ahrensburg, Germany, joined Drs. Mona Bafadhel and Alberto Papi for a dynamic discussion, A Breath of Fresh Air: A Greater Understanding of COPD With … Read more

Respiratory Health Priorities are Changing Across Europe – What Role Do Clinical Trial Sites Have to Play?

For decades, research into respiratory health has centered on conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), predominantly because of their high prevalence. However, the incidence of respiratory diseases is increasing globally, with lesser-researched but equally debilitating conditions such as interstitial lung disease, pulmonary sarcoidosis, and pneumoconiosis affecting health statuses worldwide.  While clinical … Read more

The Start of Germany’s National Pharma Strategy: Implications for CROs and Clinical Trials

Over the past decade, Germany’s share of global clinical trial activities has dropped year on year. The country accounted for just 3.9% of trials in 2021, down from 7.2% in 2012. Late last year, the German Government published its National Pharma Strategy, which is designed to reverse this trend. Aiming to revitalize the country’s pharmaceutical … Read more

Nick Spittal Comments on Velocity’s Membership With Advarra’s Gene Therapy Ready Site Network

As Nick Spittal states in this Advarra press release, membership in the Gene Therapy Ready (GTR) site network “allows Velocity to start studies over a month faster and provides a meaningful credential and important validation that increases sponsors’ confidence in our specialized capabilities to conduct complex clinical research safely.” All Velocity sites are fully prepared … Read more

Dr. Watz Publishes 250th Paper, Leads Velocity’s Ahrensburg, Germany Site as the Top Enroller for a Global COPD Trial

Congratulations to Henrik Watz, MD, PhD, and our site in Ahrensburg (formerly Velocity Grosshansdorf), Germany, which is currently the top enroller for a global COPD trial! Dr. Watz has just published his 250th full paper, detailing results from the Phase 2 AIRLEAF trial. This study could pave the way for new treatment options in bronchiectasis, … Read more

Velocity appoints ICON exec Rachael Buck Ph.D. as Head of U.K.

Velocity Clinical Research, the leading multi-specialty clinical sites business, today announces the appointment of Rachael Buck Ph.D. as Country Head in the U.K. Rachael will lead the five sites Velocity currently owns and operates in the U.K. and will work with the rest of Velocity’s European executive team to expand the company’s footprint in the … Read more