Strict interpretations of ‘conflict of interest’ (CoI) in the European Medicines Agency policy on handling such concerns among committee members and experts could exacerbate “significant workforce challenges,” particularly as research is becoming increasingly specialized, according to EFPIA, the federation representing the R&D-based pharmaceutical industry in Europe.
EMA’s Conflict Of Interest Rules Must Not Limit Access To Experts And Risk Innovation, Warns Industry
The European Medicines Agency has published new policies on handling conflicts of interests for its scientific committee members, experts and management board members.
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