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SCOPE Summit 2027

Panel Advancing Trial Delivery track

Trial Acceleration and Timeline Compression

Tue, Mar 2, 2027 · 12:20–12:45 PM EST Rosen Shingle Creek

About this session

Clinical development timelines remain one of the greatest challenges facing the biopharmaceutical industry, with pressure mounting to bring innovative therapies to patients faster. This panel brings together pharma thought leaders to explore how organizations can rethink clinical development to accelerate trials and compress timelines. The discussion will challenge conventional approaches, examine where meaningful change is needed, and consider how the industry can make speed a priority without compromising quality or patient outcomes.

Speakers

  • Rob Goodwin

    COO · Parexel

    Moderator

  • David Carruthers

    Vice President, BioPharmaceuticals R&D Clinical Operations · AstraZeneca

    Panelist

  • Natalie Fishburn

    Global Head, Global Clinical Operations · Novartis AG

    Panelist