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To streamline early discovery, a cross-disciplinary, data-driven workflow process is key
Posted on February 23rd, 2018 by Neal Katz in Pharma R&D
“Complex” is the term that best describes the conditions that affect us. Whether it’s a disease or a consequence of a natural process such as aging, there are no simple fixes. (more…)
A Hackathon Demonstrates the Need for Deep Learning in R&D
Posted on January 12th, 2018 by Tim Hoctor in Pharma R&D
Today’s life science companies find themselves dealing with an interesting dilemma. With the help of many technological breakthroughs, they now have access to tons of data bursting with potential. (more…)
Unifying Data Standards to Promote Innovation
Posted on January 5th, 2018 by Tim Hoctor in Pharma R&D
Imagine that you are spending your days as a researcher in the life sciences, trying to use your skills, expertise and determination to do innovative, potentially life-saving work, but then you keep getting bogged down by the “busy work” of having to clean up data. (more…)
Extreme Makeover: Clinical Trials Edition
Posted on December 4th, 2017 by Sherry Winter in Pharma R&D
In a piece featured in the PharmaTimes, Katrina Megget points out the sad state of affairs when it comes to clinical trials, highlighting some appalling stats on the frequent failure to reach enrollment targets (in some cases, not finding any patients at all) and the tendency for studies to go on far longer than anticipated. (more…)
