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NCarrillo posted a new topic "The Placebo vs. The Nocebo Effect in Blind Clinical Studies" – 1 day, 22 hours ago
When discussing the placebo effect in a blind/double blind study and how it provides a neutral control for researchers to determine how well their drug performs, we focus on the assumptions that patients are making and how that psychological response… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Placebo Effect" – 2 days, 17 hours ago
Unlike a good portion of the responses here, I believe the placebo effect is a reliable way to keep patients and researchers from having implicit expectations relating to the response to the given drug sample. It yields more accurate data… Read more»
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NCarrillo liked forum post "Placebo Effect" – 2 days, 17 hours ago
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Clinical Trial Participation" – 3 days, 20 hours ago
Patients participating in a study should generally be compensated in some form, including financially. This is dependent on several factors, namely the phase of the study and the severity of the preexisting condition(s) they have been selected for. For… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Transition from Engineering to sales or marketing?" – 1 week, 3 days ago
As I’ve worked closely with designers, manufacturers, and everyone in between during my short time in the industry, I’ve gained much understanding of how a product should be developed based on market needs, statistical trends, and limitations. Thus, I’d likely… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Should We Trust AI With the Future of Medical Device Marketing?" – 1 week, 3 days ago
The ethical value of AI can be twofold. On one hand, it’s a powerful resource that will help researchers & even designers compile a large chunk of pertinent information in a shorter period of time than it would take with… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Should Patients Be Involved in Marketing Strategies?" – 1 week, 4 days ago
Patients should definitely have a say in the design of their products for companies. As they are the end users for the products intended to solve or at least mitigate their ailment(s), they can discuss what they enjoy most about… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Sole Proprietorship or Partnership?" – 2 weeks, 1 day ago
When it comes to starting either a sole proprietorship or a partnership, it depends on the circumstances and type of business. It also depends on the amount of taxes, liability, and responsibility you are willing to take on. Ideally, I’d… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Which Type of Business Structure Is Best for a Startup?" – 2 weeks, 2 days ago
For a small business, it would be most beneficial to start as simply as possible, aligning with your market aim. This includes aspects such as liability protection, taxation, flexibility in ownership, and capital management. For a medical device company, one… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "The Corporate Veil" – 2 weeks, 3 days ago
The corporate veil is indeed a powerful tool utilized to protect individuals of interest within a larger organization. As you’ve correctly identified, this is not foolproof, as there are extreme circumstances that would allow prosecutors to point fingers at individuals,… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Relation of Quality with other department." – 3 weeks, 3 days ago
Quality Assurance and Control are both crucial roles within the product development & manufacturing process. This is especially true for medical devices, where strict requirements need to be met and updated according to 21 CFR 820 or ISO13485, depending on… Read more»
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NCarrillo posted a new topic "Quality Management and How It Can Enhance QA/QC" – 3 weeks, 3 days ago
In my bit of industrial experience, I have worked in various companies ranging from medium to large corporations. Their level of performance and quality was proportional to their size (or, better stated, their budget), which determined how much they could… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Discussion Topic: The cost of Quality" – 3 weeks, 3 days ago
This is a harrowing example that reveals not just a risk in the product itself, but also a potential breach of trust in those who are supposed to solve a patient’s problem. Those who neglect the need for an effective… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Who Should Be Responsible for Regulatory Basics?" – 1 month ago
This is a great question that relates to a reply I gave in another thread. As you’ve noted, engineers may have more or less responsibility depending on the size of the company they are working for. For instance, smaller… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Should Engineers Worry About Compliance From the Start?" – 1 month ago
Balance and reality are key to success, indeed. A combination of both would work. When developing a device, you have two things to worry about: the customer’s requirements and federal regulations. In this case, engineers must maintain a balance between… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "FDA Classes: Reform needed or fine as is?" – 1 month ago
When it comes to newer technology that does not only involve physical devices (such as software), reform would be necessary as the FDA would need to define how it assigns these solutions. This can include categorized class designation for certain… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "Why Is Pre-clinical Research So Important Before Testing on Humans?" – 1 month ago
Hey there, Atmeh, You bring up a point that I’ve learned at length about through courses and practical experience. I’ve learned that catching issues early in a process saves a lot of time and money. More importantly, it keeps risks… Read more»
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NCarrillo posted a new topic "Pitching Research in Industry vs. Academia" – 1 month, 1 week ago
As a graduate student with some field experience, I am no stranger to receiving directives on what research needs to be completed to advance an employer’s agenda. The environment can be fast-paced and exciting, knowing this is a product close… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "When researching, are you Academia or Industry?" – 1 month, 1 week ago
I unfortunately don’t have enough experience in academic research to provide a personal perspective, but I can share my experience in industry. During my time as a co-op at GAF, I saw a strong dedication to market research that helped… Read more»
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NCarrillo replied to the topic "People in a Project" – 1 month, 1 week ago
How important is the connection within a team to meet the project objectives in biotechnology? This is one of the most fundamental aspects of a successful team, let alone a project. The connection between team members is critical in that… Read more»
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