One aspect that is sometimes disregarded in my opinion, is how rules can sometimes really influence innovation rather than only restrict it. Human factors and usability testing, for instance, are required by law in the design of medical devices but…   Read more»

I agree that species similarity and ethical considerations are central, but I think another key factor is how well an animal model can replicate not just the structural, but also the functional and behavioral complexity of a disorder. For example,…   Read more»

I agree with both of you that pre-clinical research protects patients and eventually saves time and money, but I believe that their credibility-building value is also crucial. Without strong pre-clinical data, regulators, physicians, and even investors won’t proceed with a…   Read more»

I agree that pre-clinical work frequently entails a lot of moving parts before the “real science” ever begins, which makes the organizational and approval side seem like a road block. The conflict between thoroughness and quickness is what caught my…   Read more»

The emotional intelligence aspect of leadership in these circumstances is, in my opinion, something that is important. If team members feel underappreciated, conflicts may worsen even after a project manager provides a detailed explanation of the cause. Long-term disputes can…   Read more»

In the creation of medical devices, engineers and managers have complimentary roles, and I wholeheartedly agree. My personal experience with research projects has shown me that when trials must be repeated for precision, the technical side of things can occasionally…   Read more»

I agree with your points about academia and industry, each offering very different kinds of challenges and rewards. Based on my personal research, I’ve observed that academic work might occasionally become monotonous in some ways. For example, I investigated the…   Read more»