Newsletter | March 2, 2026

03.02.26 -- An Anthropological Lens On Leadership In Life Sciences With Bunka's Monika Sumra, Ph.D.

FEATURED ARTICLE

An Anthropological Lens On Leadership In Life Sciences With Bunka's Monika Sumra, Ph.D.

On this week's episode of the Business of Biotech we speak with Monika Sumra, Ph.D., about how leadership, culture, and performance emerge from the environment and conditions inside an organization.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Unlocking Potential: A Deep Dive Into AAV Development And Manufacturing

When it comes to furthering AAV's potential in the wider biopharmaceutical pipeline, partnering with a CDMO that can foment an optimal analytical and manufacturing strategy is crucial.

Site Initiation Visits For Clinical Trials:

Learn how expert site initiation visit (SIV) planning masters complex endpoints like OCT and BCVA, eliminates data variability, and prevents the costly need for trial rescue.

Early Phase Clinical Trial Enrollment: How To Avoid Delays From The Start

By operationalizing the early-phase strategies discussed in this article, trial teams can ensure that foundational safety and efficacy data are captured without the delays that derail studies.

How To Select And Implement The Right ERP System For Life Sciences Companies

Explore ERP readiness for life sciences, why QuickBooks falls short, how ERP supports compliance, the key third‑party tools for scaling, and what to seek in a strong implementation partner.

Patient Trust And Engagement In The Age Of Decentralized Trials

To truly maximize enrollment in decentralized models, sponsors must invest in human connection to build the trust needed to move patients from awareness to active participation.

EU HTA Implementation: Learnings From The First Year

The EU HTA regulation's first year reveals progress in harmonizing assessments alongside challenges in PICO consolidation, resource constraints, and patient engagement that require strategic adaptation.