Newsletter | October 1, 2026

10.01.26 -- AI, Data Integrity, And Wireless Gaps Are Reshaping Trials

EDITOR’S TAKE: WHERE TRIAL DATA INTEGRITY REALLY BREAKS

Clinical AI Needs Proof, Not More Hype Or Promises

By John Oncea, Chief Editor, Clinical Tech Leader

David Vulcano argues clinical research should report AI failures with adverse-event rigor. Learn why evidence and transparency must replace AI hype.

 

Why Wireless Failures Can Compromise Clinical Trial Data

By John Oncea, Chief Editor, Clinical Tech Leader

Packet loss, multipath interference, and battery tradeoffs can undermine wearable data validity. Learn why wireless design is a scientific issue.

AI, DATA QUALITY, AND GOVERNANCE UNDER PRESSURE

Where Agentic AI Is Already Changing Clinical Trials (53 characters)

By Medable

Leaders from AstraZeneca, Syneos Health, Sarah Cannon, and Medable share where agentic AI is delivering value in real clinical trial operations.

Who Owns AI Decisions In Clinical Trial Governance?

By Andrea Bastek, Florence Healthcare

Clear ownership, shared policies, and aligned teams are essential for AI governance. Learn how to manage risk and support compliant innovation in trials.

Why Smart Sponsors Build Data Quality At The Source

By CRIO

Downstream data cleaning adds cost, delays, and risk. Learn how designing quality at the source reduces errors and strengthens trial execution.

Why Phase I Oncology Trials Should Start With eCOA

By Andrés Escallón, Suvoda

Phase I oncology teams can collect meaningful patient outcomes data without added complexity, creating a stronger foundation for later-phase eCOA use.

How AI Is Changing HEOR Evidence And Outcomes Research

By ISPOR—The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research

Explore how AI is changing HEOR, from faster evidence generation to stronger insights that support healthcare value, outcomes, and decisions.

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