The National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) marked International Clinical Trials Day 2025 with a collaborative event featuring the team from IQVIA, a global leader in clinical research and health information technologies. The event highlighted NUMS’s ongoing efforts to promote ethical, relevant, and patient-centered clinical research in Pakistan through meaningful partnerships.
Honoring the Legacy and Role of Clinical Trials
International Clinical Trials Day is observed each year on May 20, commemorating the first recorded clinical trial by James Lind in 1747. The day serves as a global reminder of how clinical trials contribute to medical progress, new treatment development, and better health outcomes for patients worldwide.
To mark the occasion, NUMS organized a special event to reflect on the history and future of clinical trials and to reaffirm its role in strengthening clinical research capacity in Pakistan.
Collaborative Engagement: NUMS and IQVIA
Held at the NUMS Rawalpindi campus, the event brought together researchers, clinicians, academic staff, and regulatory experts, along with representatives from IQVIA Pakistan. The discussions provided a platform for sharing knowledge and experiences around key topics, including:
This interaction reflected a shared commitment between NUMS and IQVIA to strengthen clinical research through transparency, innovation, and collaboration.
Reinforcing a Culture of Ethical Research
NUMS representatives shared the university’s continued focus on building a responsible and inclusive research environment. This includes maintaining global best practices, encouraging teamwork across disciplines, and keeping the patient experience at the center of all research efforts.
The event also emphasized the value of working with organizations like IQVIA to enhance local expertise and improve the quality of research and care across the country.
Acknowledging Key Contributors to Clinical Trials
NUMS also took this opportunity to recognize all the individuals and groups that play a role in the success of clinical trials, including:
Their collective efforts are essential for advancing research and shaping a healthier future based on evidence and innovation.
NUMS: A Trusted Center for Clinical Research in Pakistan
The celebration of International Clinical Trials Day 2025 reaffirmed NUMS’s role as a key institution supporting ethical, inclusive, and impactful health research in Pakistan. Through its work with partners like IQVIA, NUMS continues to build capacity and create opportunities for meaningful advancements in medical research and public health.
