Mark Anderson
The clinical trials industry within the United Kingdom has grown rapidly in recent years. Home to leading researchers, outstanding healthcare systems, and a robust regulatory environment, the UK continues to attract businesses looking to conduct clinical trials. In 2020 and beyond, this industry saw a surge of startups that aim to innovate and improve processes within the clinical trial space. From the application of artificial intelligence in drug discovery to the development of new therapeutics and services, these startups are making a significant impact.
Despite the challenging year brought about by the global pandemic, these startups have demonstrated indomitable spirit, tenacity, and a drive to bring life-changing solutions to the market. They’ve redefined the landscape of clinical trials and are paving the way for future innovation. This article showcases those companies that are revolutionising the trials industry with their inception in 2020 or later.
In no particular order, here are some UK-based startups of note operating in the Clinical Trials industry:
Clerkenwell Health
Headquartered in London, Clerkenwell Health is an innovative mental health company offering clinical research support services and psychedelic-assisted therapies. Founded by Alastair Moore and Tom McDonald, the company aims to advance patient care by incorporating their therapies in clinical research across Europe. Their LinkedIn profile can be found here.
Inspira Pharmaceuticals
Inspira Pharmaceuticals, based in London, focuses on the research and development of treatments for respiratory diseases. Founders Nick Woolf and Rory McGoldrick established the company in 2020. The company’s LinkedIn profile is available here.
Roquefort Therapeutics
Born in 2020, Roquefort Therapeutics is a biotechnology startup that develops products through the preclinical phase. The company’s LinkedIn profile can be found here.
NHS South East Clinical Delivery and Networks
Based in Southampton, NHS South East Clinical Delivery and Networks provides healthcare, strategy, and clinical improvements, and also deals with cardiovascular and mental health care treatments. Their LinkedIn profile is here.
Queen Square Analytics
Queen Square Analytics, stationed in London, offers data analytics services in neurology meant to help diagnose and treat neurodegenerative disorders. You can connect with the company via their LinkedIn page here.
Egin Research
Egin Research, located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, is a network of clinical research centres. Stay up to date with them via their LinkedIn profile here.
Novai
Novai, based in Reading, is a biotechnology startup utilising AI-driven technology to transform the market for Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and glaucoma clinical studies. Connect with them via their LinkedIn page here.
Lindus Health
London-based startup Lindus Health is a clinical research organisation running clinical trials. It was founded by Meri Beckwith, Michael Young, and Nik Haldimann. Their LinkedIn profile is here.
Lyn Health
Founded by Ricky Abbott, Lyn Health based in Lynton, Devon, offers a variety of health care services, including antenatal clinics, child health services, and emergency contraception. Find their LinkedIn page here.
Neobe Therapeutics
Relatively new upstart Neobe Therapeutics, with its headquarters in London, is part of the health care sector. You can connect with the company via their LinkedIn page here.
GeneHub
Lastly, GeneHub, situated in London, is a clinical trials accelerator aiding patients and drug development to improve access to appropriate medication. Their LinkedIn profile can be found here.
