Naresh Trehan
India
Review Article
Clinical Research Environment in India: Challenges and Proposed Solutions
Author(s): Tal Burt, Pooja Sharma, Savita Dhillon, Mukul Manchanda, Sanjay Mittal and Naresh TrehanTal Burt, Pooja Sharma, Savita Dhillon, Mukul Manchanda, Sanjay Mittal and Naresh Trehan
India has compelling need and keen aspirations for indigenous clinical research. Notwithstanding this need and previously reported growth the expected expansion of Indian clinical research has not materialized. We reviewed the scientific literature, lay press reports, and ClinicalTrials.gov data for information and commentary on projections, progress, and impediments associated with clinical trials in India. We also propose targeted solutions to identified challenges. The Indian clinical trial sector grew by (+) 20.3% CAGR (compound annual growth rate) between 2005 and 2010 and contracted by (-) 14.6% CAGR between 2010 and 2013. Phase-1 trials grew by (+) 43.5% CAGR from 2005– 2013, phase-2 trials grew by (+) 19.8% CAGR from 2005–2009 and contracted by (-) 12.6% CAGR from 2009–2013, and phase-3 trials grew by (+) 13.0% CAGR from 2005–2010 and contracted by (-) .. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-9627.1000201