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SCRS Talks, hosted by the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), is a platform for clinical research industry professionals to hear about valuable information shaping the research industry today. These short interviews will provide new perspectives and insights on pressing topics, current events, and the research community.

  1. From Averages to Individuals: How AI and Embedded Research Are Reshaping Patient Care

    4 HARI LALU

    From Averages to Individuals: How AI and Embedded Research Are Reshaping Patient Care

    Jimmy Bechtel sits down with John Worden, Chief Commercial Officer at Javara, to explore how AI-driven data analysis is moving clinical research and patient care away from one-size-fits-all medicine toward truly personalized treatment pathways. They discuss how embedded research sites inside healthcare systems are uniquely positioned to put these tools to work, what end-to-end data integration means for feasibility, patient identification, and long-term outcomes, and why scaling AI in healthcare is ultimately less of a technology problem and more of a trust and collaboration problem. John also shares a real-world example of how the research process led to a life-changing diagnosis for a patient who almost slipped through the cracks.

    21 minit
  2. Add-On to All-In: Building a Real AI Strategy in Clinical Research

    11 MEI

    Add-On to All-In: Building a Real AI Strategy in Clinical Research

    Jimmy Bechtel sits down with Dr. Anastasia Christianson, former senior innovation leader at Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson, to talk about what a real AI strategy actually looks like in clinical research. They dig into why isolated pilots fall short, how to think about AI as a process change rather than a tool add-on, and where the biggest missed opportunities are right now. Dr. Christianson also shares her take on navigating evolving regulations and paints a picture of where clinical trials are headed over the next three to five years, including a future where no trial launches without first being simulated end to end.

    19 minit
  3. The Hidden Costs Workshop Is Heading Your Way

    7 MEI

    The Hidden Costs Workshop Is Heading Your Way

    Every site absorbs costs that never show up in a budget. Coordinator overtime, screen failures, startup inefficiencies, technology burden — these aren't edge cases, they're everyday realities. And over time, they're what push good investigators out of research for good. Lauren Stockwell sits down with Mike Pierre, Project Manager at SCRS, to talk about the Hidden Costs Workshop, why it was created, and what sites, sponsors, and CROs actually walk away with after four hours in that room together. If you have ever struggled to justify a budget line or wondered why your numbers never seem to add up, this one is for you.

    11 minit
  4. No More Double Entry: How CRIO and Medidata Are Bridging eSource and EDC for Every Site

    4 MEI

    No More Double Entry: How CRIO and Medidata Are Bridging eSource and EDC for Every Site

    Jimmy Bechtel sits down with Kristen Bosse, VP of Product Development at CRIO, and Samir Jain, VP of Product Management at Medidata, to talk about a collaboration that has been a long time coming. Together they break down why eSource to EDC integration has historically been out of reach for dedicated research sites, what has made it so hard to do at scale, and how their joint solution is changing that. They also get into what sites actually gain when manual data transcription is taken off their plate and what the path to getting started looks like for sites running CRIO on Rave today.

    17 minit
  5. Cyber Threats in Clinical Research: What Sites Need to Know

    27 APR

    Cyber Threats in Clinical Research: What Sites Need to Know

    Cybersecurity threats are becoming more sophisticated, and research sites are not immune. In this episode, Jimmy Bechtel sits down with Anders Lindquist, Senior Manager of Research Site Enablement at LabCorp, to break down the most pressing digital security risks facing clinical research sites today. Anders shares how human behavior is at the core of most cyber breaches, what red flags to watch for in emails and text messages, and the practical steps sites can take right now to strengthen their defenses, even with limited resources. From phishing simulations to multi-factor authentication, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to better protect their site and the patients they serve.

    14 minit
  6. Alleviating Site Payment Burden with Third-Party Services

    20 APR

    Alleviating Site Payment Burden with Third-Party Services

    In this episode, Jimmy Bechtel sits down with KimberLee Heidmann, Executive Vice President of Quality and Regulatory at Scout, to discuss the financial and administrative challenges clinical research sites face when managing patient payments and reimbursements. They explore how cash flow gaps impact site operations, why sites are adding overhead fees to contracts, and the burden of unexpected participant costs. KimberLee shares practical insights on how service providers like Scout can remove these pressures by handling logistics and payment services directly, allowing sites to focus their time and resources on what they do best: conducting trials and caring for patients. This conversation offers a fresh perspective on streamlining site operations and improving the trial ecosystem for everyone involved.

    22 minit
  7. Net Zero and Beyond: Building a Culture of Sustainability at Clinical Research Sites

    13 APR

    Net Zero and Beyond: Building a Culture of Sustainability at Clinical Research Sites

    Sustainability in clinical research does not have to be overwhelming. In this episode of SCRS Talks, Lauren Stockwell is joined by Paula Underhill of PPD part of Thermo Fisher Scientific and Clare Grace, CEO of EMS Healthcare and the 2025 Excellence in Site Sustainability Award recipient. Claire walks through the concrete changes EMS implemented across its mobile unit model, including solar integration, employee-led sustainability committees, and science-based targets aligned with the Paris Agreement. Paula adds context on what the judging panel found compelling and how CROs can serve as true sustainability partners rather than just cheerleaders. Whether your site is just getting started or well on its way, this conversation will leave you with a clear message: start small, start now.

    15 minit
  8. What Sites Need to Know Before Taking On CNS Trials

    6 APR

    What Sites Need to Know Before Taking On CNS Trials

    Jimmy Bechtel sits down with Jeff Zucker, Chief Development Officer, and Brandon Lenfest, Regional Director at Tekton Research, to dig into what makes CNS and neuroscience trials uniquely challenging for sites. They cover why patient identification in this space requires a completely different approach, the often overlooked but critical role caregivers play, and what sites can do to keep patients engaged through the full length of a study. Jeff and Brandon also get into the balancing act of providing empathetic care while managing placebo response, and share practical advice for sites considering making the move into CNS research for the first time.

    24 minit
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SCRS Talks, hosted by the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), is a platform for clinical research industry professionals to hear about valuable information shaping the research industry today. These short interviews will provide new perspectives and insights on pressing topics, current events, and the research community.

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  • Pencipta
    Society for Clinical Research Sites
  • Tahun Aktif
    2020 - 2026
  • Episod
    207
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