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Blood Collection in Preclinical Safety Assessment
Blood sampling volume, frequency, and rate of collection could have scientific and animal welfare impact as well as challenge data validity and interpretation. General guidelines for blood collection volumes in laboratory animals are not species-specific.
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Genetic therapies – part 2 of a 2-part series
In our February 3rd blog, we discussed the difference between genetics and genomics. Today, we focus on the advances being made in medicine that are affected or influenced by the increased understanding of the human genome.
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Up Close and Personal with Ingrid Holmes
Get to know Ingrid Holmes, Vice President of Global Clinical Operations at Altasciences.
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Pain – is it all in your head?
Pain is a fascinating phenomenon, acting as a physiological warning system that alerts us of potential dangers in our environment. Chronic pain is a leading cause of long-term disability, and certa...
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Topical and Transdermal – Getting Under Your Skin
The skin is the largest organ of the human body, measuring 22 square feet, on average. Using this large expanse of skin to deliver medicine to the body is not a new concept by any means, and advanc...