Exploristics | Transforming Clinical Trial Design

Our recent webinar, Enhancing Investor Confidence with Robust Biostatistics, is now available on our website. Enjoy 60 minutes of insightful discussions, including why CMO's should build strong relationships with biostatisticians to boost investor confidence, what investors look for in biotech clinical development plans and an outlook on the current biotech market. Our CEO, Aiden Flynn, is joined by experts Victoria Manax Rutson, MD, a seasoned CMO and investor, and Susan Clement Davies, a life sciences financier with over 25 years in capital markets and investment banking, and a valued member of Exploristics' board. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/e59n5PT9 View our biotech funding case study referenced here: https://lnkd.in/esk3Pu_A #Biostatistics #InvestorConfidence #Biotech #LifeSciences #CMOLeadership #InvestmentStrategies #DataDrivenDecisions #CapitalMarkets #Biotechnology

Yesterday, Lindsey Megarry-Jones and Catherine Mc Hugh had the privilege of attending the inspiring Women in STEM Summit in Belfast. The day was filled with engaging panel discussions, success stories that lit up the room, and hands-on workshops that provided invaluable tools for navigating a STEM career. From tackling barriers to promoting diversity, this summit offered an empowering platform for women to thrive in these critical fields. #WomenInSTEM #STEMSummit #GenderEquality #WomenInTech #DiversityInSTEM #BreakBarriers #STEMNorthernIreland

In case you missed it, last week we hosted the third edition of Shiny in Production. On Thursday we had speakers Cara Thompson, Pedro Silva, Dr Vikki Richardson, Gareth Burns, Tan Ho and Katy Morgan. For the first time this year we also had lightning talks. David Carayon, Alasdair Morgan, Osheen Macoscar, Astrid Radermacher, Juan Vallarta and Ella Kaye bravely stepped forward to tell us about their work in a fast, frenetic and fun session before the lunch break.

Today, we proudly celebrate the International Day of Women in Statistics and Data Science! At Exploristics, we honour the incredible contributions of our talented team members. To commemorate this occasion, we interviewed Frances D. and Sophie Gregg, who shared their inspiring journeys in STEM at different points in their careers. From Frances's role as Head of Business Operations, overseeing critical functions to ensure seamless project delivery, to Sophie’s impactful work as a Statistician II in our Project-Based Services Team, both women exemplify the vital role statistics plays in improving healthcare outcomes. As we reflect on their paths, it’s clear that mentorship, continuous learning, and collaboration are key to fostering a positive workforce in STEM. Read our full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eCHQvte8

Exploristics Statistical Developer Gareth Burns will be presenting at the Jumping Rivers Shiny in Production conference on October 10th. If you’re interested in all things Shiny, be sure not to miss his exciting presentation!   He’ll be presenting his work as part of the PSI: Statisticians in the Pharmaceutical Industry Schools Outreach Programme, where he'll showcase the development of a Shiny application designed to help students explore and understand key statistical concepts. This initiative aims to inspire and engage the next generation with hands-on, interactive tools that make learning statistics both fun and accessible!   Shiny has been successfully used in FDA submissions—demonstrating its versatility and reliability! Book a meeting with Gareth today: https://lnkd.in/dNb5vZca

🚀 As a proud silver-accredited Diversity Mark organisation, Exploristics is excited to join Northern Ireland’s largest EDI-focused event, the Diversity Mark Annual Summit on 8th October at Titanic Belfast! Our Head of Business Operations Frances D. will be in attendance to connect with 300+ business leaders and diversity champions. With the theme ‘EDI 2.0: From Action to Impact,’ we’re looking forward to sharing our own perspectives and learning from expert speakers to continue driving inclusion within the workplace. Book a meeting with Frances here: https://lnkd.in/dNb5vZca #Exploristics #SilverAccredited #InclusiveBusiness #DiversityMarkSummit #EDISummit2024

Join Exploristics for a webinar that explores how robust biostatistics is pivotal in investment decisions for biotechs. We’ll discuss strategies to leverage data-driven insights to build investor confidence to secure the financial backing needed for growth and innovation. Our esteemed panel features Exploristics CEO Aiden Flynn, Non-Executive Director Susan Clement Davies, and Victoria Manax Rutson, MD, Partner at Eckuity Capital. Together, they bring decades of combined expertise in biotech, medical research, and investment, offering valuable knowledge from their extensive industry experience on successful biotech funding. Whether your biotech organisation is seeking investment or aiming to strengthen investor confidence, this session will provide the secret sauce for early-stage funding. Key topics covered: 🔍 What Investors Look For– The Role of Data and Confidence 📊 Case studies where biostatistics have driven successful investment decisions 📈 The Role of Biostatistics in De-Risking Early-Stage Biotech Investments ✨ Biosimulation and its Impact on Investment Decisions ❓ Q&A session

"Management teams need to have road tested their clinical development plans and the role of data informed decisions will support investor confidence" Susan Clement Davies joins us to explore how robust biostatistics is pivotal in investment decisions for biotechs. Susan Clement Davies is an experienced life sciences financier with over 25 years of capital markets and investment banking experience, including as Managing Director at Salomon Smith Barney/Citigroup Global Markets. Susan is currently Non-Executive Director and Deputy Chair of the Audit Committee of Scancell Holdings Plc, a developer of novel immuno-oncology therapies, Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Remuneration Committee at Science Group PLC, an international science & technology consultancy and systems organisation, Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee at MiNA Therapeutics focused on RNAa in genetic medicine, Adviser to Oxford Science Enterprises and is on the Innovations Advisory Board at Chelsea & Westminster NHS Trust Hospital. Register for our upcoming webinar on Thursday 3rd October here: https://lnkd.in/d_UCRUtb

“So many clinical development failures could be completely avoided through further investment in planning and design. Statisticians quantify the risks and help to put in place strategies to minimise them."   Aiden Flynn will be hosting our upcoming webinar as we explore how robust biostatistics is pivotal in investment decisions for biotechs.    At Exploristics, Aiden has created an innovative and profitable company and overseen its ongoing growth and transition from a specialist statistics consultancy to a provider of innovative statistical software such as the KerusCloud platform with wrap-around biostatistics support. As such, Exploristics caters to a wide range of global healthcare developers from the world’s top pharmaceutical companies to biotechnology, medical device and diagnostic start-ups.   With key expertise in emerging approaches to clinical development such as Precision Medicine and biomarker discovery, validation and integration, Aiden has worked closely with regulatory authorities, such as the FDA and EMA, to develop tools and guidelines that support the use of biomarkers in clinical studies. He has over 40 publications in peer reviewed journals and books and is an invited speaker at international conferences.   Aiden is also a member of the Precision Medicine Advisory Board at Merck Biopharma and is involved in the Precision Medicine Steering Group, offering strategic advice to the Department of Health. Aiden is also Commercial Director on the Board of Directors at PSI. Register for our upcoming webinar on Thursday 3rd October here: https://lnkd.in/d_UCRUtb

“As an investor, one of the first things I look for in a biotech company is the relationship between the CMO and the statistician. If they can’t demonstrate a strong, collaborative partnership, then that’s a red flag”. Dr. Victoria Manax Rutson, MD joins us to explore how robust biostatistics is pivotal in investment decisions for biotechs. An accomplished medical oncologist with over two decades of expertise in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, focusing on global drug/device development, nanomedicines, and product launch/commercialization. She has made indelible contributions to the field, particularly in shaping clinical trial landscapes with adaptive platform designs and biomarker integration. Renowned for her innovative clinical trial designs, Dr. Manax played a pivotal role in the development, approval, and launch of billion-dollar products, including the standard of care for pancreatic cancer. Holding multiple executive positions in companies such as Celgene (BMS), Immunicom, and Duo Oncology, she has also served as the inaugural Chief Medical Officer for the PancreaticnCancer Action Network, earning recognition as a respected panelist among FDA and regulatory agencies worldwide. Effectively overseeing numerous multimillion-dollar global clinical trial programs, Dr. Manax holds multiple clinical advisories, chair positions, and patents, exemplifying her commitment to advancing medical science and patient well-being. Over the last 16 years, Victoria has actively syndicated and participated in a range of investments, spanning venture debt, medical real estate, and Class A multifamily assets. Her strategic approach has led to the creation of a robust portfolio with an asset value surpassing $200 million. Register for our upcoming webinar on Thursday 3rd October here: https://lnkd.in/d_UCRUtb