The third issue of the serial studies contains the results of the study conducted between June and September, 2003 aiming to clarify the current clinical trial status in medical facilities across the nation under the new GCP Rules.

The latest issue provides the richest and the broadest range of clinical site information in Japan, with newly added research objectives such as "Types of diseases for which clinical trials are available there," "Clinical trials network and participation trends in physician-directed clinical trials," and "Departments involved."

In addition, it gives you deeper insight into; "Capability to conduct clinical trials by Phase," "Status of the clinical trial system," "Contracted service trend and performance evaluation of SMO's," "Availability and evaluation of CRO-involved clinical trials," and "Specialized area of responsible physicians."

The majority of hospitals, mainly public hospitals, have seen rapid change in clinical trial system over the past few years. This book is designed to contribute to pharmaceutical companies seeking minimization of time and cost requirements for clinical trials.