Darshan Kulkarni and Edye Edens take a deep dive into one of clinical research’s most persistent questions: how is fair market value (FMV) actually determined for clinical trial sites—and who gets to decide? Building on the previous discussion about whether all sites should be paid the same, this episode unpacks the complexity behind FMV calculations. Darshan shares an anecdote involving a DOJ official questioning the credibility of FMV data derived from industry benchmarks, asking: “How do w...

Analyses that include low-quality MRI data underestimate cortical thickness and overestimate cortical surface area, according to new findings from the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study.

What if the missing link to resilient European bioproduction is not just another breakthrough technology, but the ability to continuously learn, adapt, and collaborate? In a rapidly shifting biotech landscape, innovation isn’t only driven by technical prowess. Behind every robust production process and every cutting-edge therapy, there’s a team empowered with both technical expertise and the soft skills necessary to thrive. In this episode, host David Brühlmann explores the human side of biop...

Whether you love spiders or can't be within 10 feet of them, you probably think of them crawling around on land. Historically, most researchers would probably say the same thing: Based on the fossil record, they've thought the earliest arachnid ancestors existed around 450 million years ago, living and diversifying exclusively on land. But a new study out this week in the journal Current Biology suggests arachnid brains may have originated much earlier in the ocean. Want to hear more stories about

YouTube Link Dr. Mel Herbert provides a crucial update on the Invictus Board Review program alongside critical pearls for identifying and managing deadly necrotizing infections. These rapidly progressing infections require immediate recognition, prompt treatment, and surgical intervention to prevent death from these tissue-destroying processes. • Necrotizing infections include necrotizing fasciitis, Fournier's gangrene, Ludwig's angina, and malignant otitis externa • Key warning signs includ...

In this quick-hitting episode, Zach Baker, DPT, and Tyler Betteridge, DPT, break down a groundbreaking 2025 study that challenges the long-held "rest is best" approach to concussion care. Learn how sub-symptom threshold aerobic exercise can improve executive function in the early stages of sport-related concussion recovery—and what this means for your clinical practice. Quick, evidence-based, and directly applicable.Referenced Study:Rahimi et al. (2025). Sub-symptom threshold aerobic exercise

In this QCast episode, join co-hosts Jullia and Tom as they explore the ALCOA++ Principles for clinical trial data integrity. You'll get clear definitions of the five original ALCOA pillars, the new additions, and learn how to put them into practice across paper, electronic, and hybrid systems.Key TakeawaysALCOA++ is your data backbone, defining ten attributes that keep every record reliable, auditable, and long-lasting.The original ALCOA pillars ensure every entry shows who did what, when, and

Travis Verdegan, fire predictive services coordinator, discusses how the DNR makes forest fire decisions. The "Fire in MN forests" series is produced by Mark Jacobs.

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the werewolf persona of late heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne, from his 1983 album “Bark at the Moon.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jen Stacy, Director of Clinical Operations at Novotech, shares how building trust and alignment with your CRA from the outset leads to smoother study execution and better results. With a background as a nurse and site coordinator, Jen brings a site-centric perspective to common challenges like delayed payments, protocol deviations, and data quality concerns. Learn actionable best practices that CROs and sites can implement to strengthen collaboration and ensure compliance across the full tria...

Post-puff brain state might not be an emotion, some researchers caution, but the protocol provides a cross-species approach to study emotions.

Ever wondered what truly gives your mushrooms that perfect firmness and spring, or why even same-sized mushrooms can feel different throughout the crop?Scientists have just peeled back the layers to reveal the hidden secrets of water inside mushrooms as they grow. Discover the surprising ways water moves at a microscopic level, how humidity acts as a powerful “switch”, influencing this internal dance, and why these dynamics are directly linked to the premium quality mushrooms. This research offers

What if the road to bioproduction mastery started not in the lab, but with how you train your people? Traditional biotech education often ends at theory, leaving graduates unprepared for the fast-paced world of manufacturing. But what if the key to faster, safer, and more scalable bioprocessing is digital immersion, letting scientists train in a virtual facility before they ever enter a real one? This week, David Brühlmann welcomes Sandrine Lemoine, CEO of Immerscio.bio, to the Smart Biotech ...

Eating disorders are complicated illnesses that skyrocketed among teenagers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Pediatrician Eva Trujillo says they "literally rewire the brain," decrease brain size, and make it harder to concentrate and to regulate emotions. Malnutrition can slow the metabolism, impact bone density and even lead to cardiac arrest. But Eva says, with the right treatment, people can also recover fully. She's the president of the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals and

How can early identification transform type 1 diabetes (T1D) care and what groundbreaking advances are on the horizon?Our host, Dr. Alice Cheng, explores this topic with Dr. Karen McAssey, a pediatric endocrinologist, researcher, educator, and advocate for people living with T1D at McMaster Children's Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario.Join our experts for a compelling conversation that delves into the profound impact of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and unveils how early intervention can change the course

Send us a text In pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing, artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept. It’s here, supporting product development, process control, and quality decisions in GMP-regulated environments. But with this opportunity comes significant responsibility. While AI offers powerful capabilities, it also introduces a new set of risks, ones that must be managed to meet compliance, safety, and quality expectations. In this Quality Grind Short - Mike outlines both th...

In the July episode of Chattering With International Cat Care, we explore what happens when the clinical picture doesn’t tell the whole story and why feline care often hinges on context as much as condition.Ann Hohenhaus joins host Yaiza Gómez-Mejías to reflect on her widely read JFMS article about non-regenerative anaemia in cats. But beyond the lab values, what makes this condition so difficult to spot? The conversation touches on overlooked clinical signs, unexpected owner observations,