Pharma Companies Are Suspending Trials In Russia – But For Practical More Than Ethical Reasons
Executive Summary
While pharma is keen to condemn Russia’s aggression, suspension of trials is driven by logistical considerations; US FDA said it stands ready to assist sponsors of disrupted trials in Russia and Ukraine to help ensure the safety of trial participants and integrity of the studies.
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