Advancing Diversity in Clinical Trials, LLC, (ADVCT)
We are dedicated to improving ethnic disparities in clinical trials by recruiting and training minority physicians for Principal Investigator (PI) roles while ensuring inclusion and diversity in the recruitment and enrollment of ethnic minority participants.
Your clinical research team can benefit from the following services:
Clinical Trial Barriers
Clinical trials are crucial in answering important scientific questions and improving outcomes against diseases, however, patient enrollment is a major challenge.
While many factors contribute to this issue, the lack of participation from ethnic minorities is a particularly concerning barrier:
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Racial and ethnic minorities comprise 39% of the United States population
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of the 39%, only 2% to 16% account for clinical trials participants
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African-Americans are 13.6% of the US population and account for less than 5% of trial participants
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Latinos are 18% of the population and only 1% represent trial participants
Dowell, Amanda. "Why Racial Diversity in Clinical Trials Is So Important." Antidote Technologies, 22 Aug. 2022 https://www.antidote.me/blog/why-racial-diversity-in-clinical-trials-is-so-important.
Closing the Diversity Gap Improves Health for All
We are dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to the latest medical advancements. That's why we're committed to closing the diversity gap in clinical trials.
Here's how we're making a difference:
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Building a Diverse Research Team
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Reaching underserved & unrepresented communities
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Better Health for All
People from different backgrounds can experience diseases differently. Medications might have varying effects depending on factors like genetics, environment, and lifestyle. Including a diverse group in research helps ensure the findings are accurate and generalizable to a wider population.
Diversity in medical research is crucial for several reasons:
Reduce Health Disparities
Certain diseases disproportionately affect minority groups. Diverse research helps identify these disparities and develop targeted treatments or prevention strategies for those communities.
Improved Trust in Medicine
Historically, some communities have been excluded from medical research, leading to mistrust. Increasing diversity shows inclusivity and fosters trust in the medical field
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Scientific Innovation
A wider range of participants can reveal unforeseen variations in how treatments work. This can lead to new discoveries and innovations that benefit everyone.
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Let's Talk
If you are interested in participating in a clinical trial, or if you are a researcher seeking a diverse patient population for your study, we can help. Contact us today to learn more!