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Your Trusted Partner for Clinical Research Solutions
PPD, a leading clinical research organization and part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, has dedicated decades to advancing drug development and clinical research. Our global team combines innovative technology with deep therapeutic expertise to deliver end-to-end solutions for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies. With a focus on accelerating therapies to market, we offer clinical development, laboratory services, and real-world evidence strategies tailored to meet evolving industry needs. Our commitment to patient-centric trials, decentralized research models, and data-driven decision-making ensures scientific integrity and regulatory compliance.Backed by Thermo Fisher Scientific's $40 billion annual revenue, we provide unmatched resources and expertise across 160+ countries, serving over 750 biotech clients and supporting 2,700 clinical trials in the past five years. Our Functional Service Partnership (FSP) solutions and award-winning laboratory networks exemplify our dedication to quality, efficiency, and innovation in clinical research.
Services
Clinical Development
Laboratory Services
Functional Service Partnership
Real-World Evidence
Patient Recruitment
Decentralized Trials
Pharmacovigilance
Medical Writing
Biostatistics
Vaccine Development
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of expertise in clinical research and drug development.
- Our global network spans 160+ countries with 30,000+ research professionals.
- We provide end-to-end solutions from early-phase trials to post-approval studies.
- Our patient-first digital solutions enhance trial access and retention rates.
- We leverage Thermo Fisher Scientific's industry-leading resources and innovation.
Services
Clinical Development
PPD offers full-service clinical development from Phase I-IV trials, leveraging a global network of investigators and regulatory experts. Our patient-first approach integrates decentralized technologies to enhance recruitment and retention. With therapeutic expertise in oncology, rare diseases, and vaccines, we deliver data-driven strategies to accelerate regulatory approvals and market access.
Laboratory Services
Our award-winning labs provide bioanalytical, biomarker, and vaccine sciences capabilities across 100+ countries. The Preclarus platform centralizes data for real-time visibility, reducing queries by 80%. Supporting 2,700+ trials annually, we offer GMP-compliant testing and integrated solutions for small molecules, biologics, and cell/gene therapies.
Functional Service Partnership
PPD's FSP model delivers flexible resourcing with 30+ years of experience across 160 countries. Our remote hubs in India, China, and Latin America provide cost-efficient staffing, while implementation leads ensure seamless onboarding. Mixed FSP/FSO models combine dedicated teams with full-service outsourcing to meet dynamic project needs.
Real-World Evidence
We generate real-world insights through observational studies, patient registries, and proprietary data analytics. Our solutions support market access strategies by demonstrating therapeutic value to payers and regulators. Advanced feasibility tools like Truecast and TriNetX optimize site selection for diverse patient populations.
Patient Recruitment
PPD's Patient First Digital Solutions use AI-driven matching and decentralized technologies to accelerate enrollment. HealthUnlocked's 300+ condition-specific communities engage patients globally, while 24/7 navigator services reduce dropout rates. Our network has referred over 1 million patients to clinical trials.
Questions
What therapeutic areas does PPD specialize in?
PPD covers 20+ therapeutic areas including oncology, rare diseases, immunology, neuroscience, and vaccines, with expertise in both established and emerging fields.
How does PPD support decentralized clinical trials?
We offer eConsent, wearables, and remote monitoring technologies to reduce patient burden, supported by our SiteCoach training program for hybrid trial models.
Can PPD handle global regulatory submissions?
Our regulatory affairs team provides strategic guidance across 160+ countries, ensuring compliance with FDA, EMA, and other global regulatory bodies.
What laboratory services does PPD offer?
We provide bioanalytical testing, biomarker analysis, central lab services, GMP-compliant manufacturing support, and vaccine sciences capabilities.
How does PPD ensure patient diversity in trials?
Our population science services use census data mapping and community partnerships to optimize site selection and recruitment for underrepresented groups.
What is PPD's experience with biotech companies?
We support 750+ biotech clients with tailored FSP solutions, including specialized teams for small-to-mid-sized firms and accelerated study startup processes.
