SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – DECEMBER 2024 – Novotech, the global full-service clinical Contract Research Organization (CRO), announces the release of its report, Parkinson’s Disease: Global Clinical Trial Landscape 2024. This report provides critical insights into the trends, opportunities, and challenges in Parkinson's disease (PD) research, serving as a valuable resource for companies developing treatments for this complex neurodegenerative disorder. 

Report Highlights 

Parkinson’s disease is one of the fastest-growing neurological conditions, with prevalence expected to double by 2030. This report analyzes global clinical trial data, offering biotech and pharmaceutical companies key information to guide clinical development strategies. Key findings include: 

  • Global Trial Distribution: Review of over 750 PD trials initiated since 2019, with Asia-Pacific leading at 44% of trials. Major regions include China, the U.S., and Europe, reflecting current research priorities. 
  • Therapeutic Innovation: Overview of emerging approaches, such as gene therapy, deep brain stimulation, and cell-based therapies aimed at modifying disease progression and improving patient outcomes. 
  • Pipeline Insights: Analysis of 145 preclinical and 64 clinical-stage drug candidates highlights a diverse therapeutic pipeline in various stages of development. 
  • Regional Recruitment and Trial Duration: Europe shows higher recruitment efficiency, while Asia-Pacific indicates a need for increased trial density, highlighting operational challenges and opportunities across regions. 

Understanding PD’s Growing Impact 

The report also explores genetic, epidemiological, and socioeconomic factors influencing PD’s global burden. These insights are essential for companies looking to design targeted, region-specific clinical trials that consider varying patient needs and regulatory requirements. 

This report serves as a practical resource for the PD research community, providing actionable insights to support efficient, effective clinical trials. 

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Parkinson’s disease clinical trial landscape and access actionable insights to support your development goals. Download the full report to inform your strategies in PD research and clinical trials.  

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Novotech is a globally recognized full-service clinical research organization (CRO) and scientific advisory company that provides biotech and small- to mid-sized pharma companies an accelerated path to market since 1997. With a global footprint spanning 30+ offices across the Asia-Pacific region, North America, and Europe, and partnerships with 5,000+ trial sites, Novotech offers unparalleled access to key clinical trial destinations and diverse patient populations.

Novotech leverages its therapeutic and regulatory expertise, client-centric service model, local market insights, and advanced analytical tools to expedite patient recruitment, enhance trial efficiencies, and bring life-changing therapies to market faster. This work has been recognized by awards such as the Frost & Sullivan CRO Company of the Year, which Novotech has received for 19 consecutive years. 

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