Newsletter | May 28, 2026

05.28.26 -- FDA's Elsa AI Shift, RTCT Rules, And RWE That Works

FROM THE EDITOR

Inside FDA Real-Time Trials: What RTCT Means For The Industry

The FDA’s new RTCT pilots with AstraZeneca and Amgen signal a shift in trial oversight, data flow, and operational demands for today’s clinical research ecosystem.

How RWE And Wearables Are Rewiring Clinical Trial Platforms

ISPOR’s Rob Abbott explains why RWE surged in HEOR, and how wearables, data fragmentation, and HARPER+ are reshaping modern clinical trial platforms.

EXPERT PERSPECTIVE

FDA’s Elsa AI Moves To Gemini: Trade Secret And Security Risks

After halting Claude for Elsa AI, the FDA’s move to Gemini raises new questions for sponsors on IP protection, trade secrets, and AI‑driven data security.

WATCH & LEARN

Turning RWD Into RWE Regulators Trust In Clinical Trial Design

Panelists Aaron Kamauu, MD, and Kathleen Mandziuk, MPH, share practical ways to turn messy RWD into trusted RWE that streamlines trial design and timelines.

WHAT'S WORKING

How To Cut Avoidable Protocol Amendments And Hidden Trial Costs

See how amendment drivers vary by therapeutic area and how anticipating operational pitfalls can reduce patient burden, site workload, and study delays.

A New Blueprint For Scaling GLP-1 And Obesity Evidence To 5K+

As obesity and GLP‑1 trials surge, learn how to scale to 5,000‑patient registries and build compliant, long-term evidence with a new operational blueprint.

How CRIO Helped Expand Digital Clinical Research In East Africa

Africa holds 25% of the disease burden but just 1% of trials. See how CRIO and CREA-N use digital platforms to expand research access in underserved regions.

Digital Biomarkers: Continuous Data That’s Reshaping Trials

Learn how digital biomarkers, AI, and cross‑industry collaboration are driving continuous, real-world measurement and smarter clinical development.

A Unified Mobile App To Keep Clinical Trial Participants Engaged

Discover how a unified mobile app reduces participant burden, centralizes study tasks, and helps patients stay engaged from consent through follow-up.

Cutting Clinical Trial Complexity With End-To-End Data Flow

Explore how rethinking end-to-end processes speeds secure data flow, removes bottlenecks, and turns trial operations into a high-efficiency engine.

Why Unified eCOA–IRT Platforms Boost Data Quality And Site Ease

Unified eCOA–IRT solutions streamline operations, reduce reconciliation, and improve data integrity, site experience, and patient engagement in modern trials.

Using Open TrialKit APIs To Build Flexible Clinical Workflows

TrialKit’s open APIs allow real-time data exchange and customized workflows so sponsors can adapt quickly without brittle integrations or added complexity.

Rethinking RFPs: Choosing Clinical Tech Vendors Beyond Price

Position your RFP as a strategic communication tool that guides vendors, clarifies expectations, and supports data-driven vendor decisions.

SOLUTIONS

On-Demand HEOR Training: Instant Access To Expert ISPOR Programs

Medable Studio: Design And Launch Digital Trials In One Place

Distribute And Track Study Documents Seamlessly With Every Site