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HHS launches SURPASS program to accelerate drug development

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has launched a new initiative called the Simulation-augmented, Real-time Platform Adaptive Seamless Trials (SURPASS) program. This project aims to significantly reduce the time and cost associated with developing new drugs by innovating clinical trial design. The program will fund teams to explore methods such as phaseless trials, real-time data analysis, and automation to streamline the drug development process and enhance U.S. competitiveness in the biotech sector. AI

IMPACT Could significantly reduce drug development timelines and costs, potentially accelerating the availability of new treatments.

RANK_REASON Launch of a new government program aimed at improving a major industry process. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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HHS launches SURPASS program to accelerate drug development

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Caitlin Owens ·

    Exclusive: HHS launches project to speed up clinical trials

    <p>The Trump administration on Wednesday is launching an effort to reimagine the way clinical trials are designed, with a goal of drastically reducing the time and money it takes to develop new drugs.</p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong>The program, shared first with Axios, co…

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