In order to enhance knowledge of clinical research, Bilcare has set up an academy in alliance with ACRP providing a conduit for exchange of knowledge between the industry and academia. The purpose of the association is to provide global leadership to promote integrity and excellence in the clinical research profession.
Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia with a European office in Windsor, UK, ACRP is the primary resource for clinical research professionals, as well as those in hospital, academic medical centers and physician office settings.
Founded in 1976, ACRP is an international association comprising of more than 20,000 individuals dedicated to clinical research and development.
In order to enhance knowledge of clinical research with skills and expertise, ACRP arranges for seminars, educational sessions, audio conferences, certification programs and forum activities. ACRP also includes the investigator in the training process and offers Continuing Medical Education (CME) credit hours covering a broad range of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) topics and human subjects protection issues.
Clinical research has brought significant improvements in the human condition and quality of life. People are living healthier and longer lives, related to many remarkable advances evolving out of clinical research activities. ACRP helps industry professionals stay abreast of current and upcoming research, government activities, industry news and information and educational and professional development opportunities.
ACRP and Bilcare are jointly launching Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research. Bilcare Research Academy also proposes the ICH-GCP course for hospitals across India. This course has been meticulously designed by experienced clinical research professionals and is the right blend of classroom teaching with hands on training. The program will help the students to turn into well qualified Trial Managers at the end of one year.
Bangalore Diabetes Hospital
The Bengaluru centre of Bilcare Research Academy is established in the premises of Bangalore Diabetes Hospital and students would get hands-on training at the clinical research centre of the hospital. The Bangalore Diabetes Hospital (a unit of the Diabetes Club) has been involved in patient care, education and research for years. |