Journal of Clinical Research & Bioethics

Nagendra Swamy

Publications

• Review Article
  Ethics Standards (HRPP) and Public Partnership (PARTAKE) to Address Clinical Research Concerns in India: Moving Toward Ethical, Responsible, Culturally Sensitive, and Community-Engaging Clinical Research
  Author(s): Tal Burt, Yogendra KGupta, Nalin Mehta, Nagendra Swamy, Vishwas Sovani and Marjorie A SpeersTal Burt, Yogendra KGupta, Nalin Mehta, Nagendra Swamy, Vishwas Sovani and Marjorie A Speers
  
  Like other emerging economies, India’s quest for independent, evidence-based, and affordable healthcare has led to robust and promising growth in the clinical research sector, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.4% between 2005 and 2010. However, while the fundamental drivers and strengths are still strong, the past few years witnessed a declining trend (CAGR -16.7%) amid regulatory concerns, activist protests, and sponsor departure. And although India accounts for 17.5% of the world’s population, it currently conducts only 1% of clinical trials. Indian and international experts and public stakeholders gathered for a 2-day conference in June 2013 in New Delhi to discuss the challenges facing clinical research in India and to explore solutions. The main themes discussed were ethical standards, regulatory oversight, and partnerships with public stakeholders. The .. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-9627.1000195

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