FDA opens clinical trial modernization office in CDER

· Health · United States

The FDA has opened a new office inside its Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, saying its push to speed up new clinical trials spurred the move. An acting director has been named to lead one of its units.

Why it matters：A new FDA office aims to modernize clinical trials, potentially speeding up drug development timelines for sponsors.

Key points

  • The new office sits within CDER.
  • It is aimed at speeding up new clinical trials.
  • An acting director leads one of its units.

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