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JPMA Sorts Out Challenges for Remote Clinical Trial to Promote Its Introduction in Japan

November 9, 2020
The Japan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association (JPMA) has compiled a report on the implementation of remote clinical trials in Japan, pointing out the time and labor required in negotiations with regulatory authorities, unpredictable costs, and the need to establish new clinical…

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