
Academic Research Organizations (AROs)
Academic Research Organizations (AROs) are specialized groups, often affiliated with universities or research institutions, that conduct clinical studies and research mainly for pharmaceutical and biotech companies. They provide expertise in designing and managing trials to ensure they are scientifically rigorous, compliant with regulations, and ethically conducted. AROs help bring new medicines and treatments from concept to approval by efficiently coordinating research efforts, collecting data, and maintaining quality standards. Their role facilitates advancing medical knowledge and therapies, benefiting public health while supporting the development process of new drugs.