Diversifying Therapeutic Areas: From Opportunistic Growth to Strategic Advantage

By Evelyne Newton, Business Development Europe at Velocity Clinical Research Next week I will join industry leaders to explore one of the most pressing questions facing sites across Europe: how can clinical trial sites diversify therapeutic areas sustainably without compromising quality? In a competitive and fast-moving environment, diversification is often framed as a necessary growth … Read more

Why Site Selection Needs a Data Reset and How AI Can Deliver It

By Andrew Reina, Chief Revenue Officer Clinical research is at an inflection point. Sponsors and CROs are being asked to deliver trials that start faster, enrol more predictably, and generate data that stands up to increasing regulatory and commercial scrutiny. In that environment, long-standing approaches to site selection, which are often shaped by reputation, relationships, … Read more

An Interview with Gerald Cephas, MD, on Advancing Psychiatric Research and Promoting Equity in Care

A research career wasn’t part of Gerald Cephas, MD’s original plan. He trained in general surgery, intending to specialize in pediatrics, but a health setback during residency changed his course. “Toward the end of residency, I got sick,” he explains. “So, long story short, research presented itself as a Plan B, and I’ve been on … Read more

Potential Breakthrough to Preserve Lean Muscle Mass During GLP-1-Induced Weight Loss

The loss of lean muscle mass has long been a concern for patients using GLP-1 therapies. New results from the Regeneron Phase 2 COURAGE trial, led by Julio Rosenstock, MD, at Velocity’s site in Dallas, TX, point to a potential solution. The study indicates that combining semaglutide with trevogrumab (anti-GDF8/anti-myostatin) helped prevent about half of the lean … Read more

Could clinical trials be a safe healthcare space for the LGBTQ+ community?

By Stephanie Anderson, Chief of Staff Representation in clinical trials is crucial for equitable healthcare. Yet, the nature of clinical trial sites, which have historically been based in municipal centers where patient populations are highest, automatically excludes huge swathes of the population, such as those living in rural areas. These sites are also rarely positioned … Read more

Paul Evans Featured in Applied Clinical Trials Article on Impact of Executive Orders on DEI Initiatives

Paul Evans was featured in Applied Clinical Trials‘ latest article weighing in on the real-world implications of recent executive orders affecting DEI initiatives nationwide. In the piece, Paul underscores Velocity’s unwavering commitment to inclusive, patient-centered research environments, stating: “Velocity believes that clinical trials should be a safe space for the entire LGBT community… It’s important … Read more