Woodcock Open To Endpoint Flexibility For Rare Diseases
Executive Summary
Acting US FDA Commissioner also touts master protocols’ potential for rare diseases, arguing patient-funded foundations could overcome sponsor hesitancy to collaborate with potential rivals.
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