Massachusetts could take on more clinical trials

Although Massachusetts is the state that comes in ninth for conducting the most clinical trials, there is belief that more can be done.

Although the state is proportionately smaller population wise, the 1,900 clinical trials currently taking place in the state are keeping the state held up to it's reputation with cutting-edge technology. In particular, the state is well known for early stage trials, which helps it maintain the goal of being a center for life sciences.

This article at the Boston Globe, Robert Coughlin, president of the Massachusetts Biotechnology Council, said clinical trials not only help develop drugs for the population, but also help contribute to the economy, providing jobs and business where clinical trials are taking place. While some clinical trial leaders are hesitant on conducting more trials due to population limits, others insist things such as databases notifying willing participants could help bring more patients into the state.