eClinical technologies are an indispensable component in bringing efficiency and accuracy to today’s clinical trials, but thoughtful application is vital for success. Signant SmartSignals® is a comprehensive eClinical solutions suite addressing key challenges and goals associated with oncology trials, supported by an experienced scientific team, ensuring streamlined processes, generation of high-quality evidence and insights, and optimized study management.
COA Selection & Implementation
We offer expert guidance and support in the selection, licensing, and translation of clinical outcome assessments for both children and caregivers. Our electronic platforms enable child-friendly formats, seamless in-trial transitions between age-appropriate patient reported outcomes versions, and caregiver access with transparent attributability.
.png?width=75&height=75&name=icon-TA%20(10).png){kind=icon}
Patient & Family Engagement
In addition to data collection, our app provides engaging learning content, and helpful features to streamline participation – such as up-to-date visit dates and visit information. Caregivers and patients can access the same material to help manage study participation. Our app also includes TeleVisit capabilities, enabling sponsors to conveniently reduce unnecessary clinic attendance with virtual consultations.
Flexible, Easy Consent
Our leading eConsent platform enables both patient assent and legally authorized representative consent, with age-appropriate study information content and remote access capabilities that simplify the consent process for families.
Specialized Rater Training
With decades of experience training investigators in pediatric measures, we provide custom training programs that standardize data collection while incorporating placebo response mitigation strategies specifically designed for pediatric populations.
Central Rating & Review
Our central rating capabilities include specialized expertise in pediatric assessments, ensuring consistent evaluation across global sites while leveraging clinical experts who understand the nuances of pediatric symptom presentation and development.
Data Quality Monitoring & Analytics
Advanced analytics, specifically calibrated for pediatric data patterns, help identify quality issues early. Our monitoring approaches account for the unique variability and compliance challenges inherent in pediatric studies.
Expert leadership in pediatric research
Joan Busner, PhD
Clinical Vice President, Orphan Diseases and Pediatrics
Dr. Joan Busner has overseen the scientific, clinical, and strategic direction for Signant's pediatric solutions since 2005. With 20 years of prior experience in medical school faculty positions, university clinical trial unit direction, and biomedical IRB service, she brings unparalleled expertise to pediatric trial design and execution.
Dr. Busner is currently Affiliate Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and leads industry thinking through her publications and active roles in working groups and professional societies.
