Scaling from Early Research to Clinical Trials: What Surprised You Most?

An open conversation about the unexpected challenges biotechs encounter when moving from early research toward first‑in‑human and early‑phase clinical development. Participants are invited to share real experiences—from CMC and manufacturing readiness to clinical supply timing, team coordination, and regulatory expectations—and explore how operational preparedness influences timelines and overall trial success.

Name	Position	Institution
Nihad Hasagic	Senior Vice President, Lifecycle Services	Clinigen

Clinigen

Clinigen is a global, specialist pharmaceutical services company focused on providing ethical access to medicines. We support pharma and biotech companies across the product lifecycle, from clinical through to commercial and operate from sites in North America, Europe, Africa and Asia Pacific.