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Who are RQA

The Research Quality Association (RQA) is a professional membership body dedicated to informing and advancing its members. We provide status and visibility for individuals engaged in the quality of research concerning pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, chemicals and medical devices. Since our inception in 1977, the Association has increased and evolved to reflect regulatory changes, the growing impact of regulatory inspection and the ever-changing structure and needs of industry. RQA's purpose is to drive quality and integrity in scientific research.  

Our vision

To inspire quality, integrity and compliance in scientific research.

Our mission

To provide knowledge and learning in the scientific research community by building expertise through training, communication, engagement and collaboration.

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MHRA - Fast, Expert and Open – how the MHRA is poised to become a global leader in risk-proportionate regulation

New MHRA CEO puts safety, accelerated access and innovation at the centre of agency’s refreshed strategic direction.

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MHRA - Electronic Common Technical Document (eCTD) submissions update

Since, April 2024, the MHRA has been using Lorenz DocuBridge for eCTD management in product license submissions. This change is part of the modernisation of the MHRA’s Legacy Systems and is one of the initial tools launched in the RegulatoryConnect programme.

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MHRA - First major overhaul of medical device regulation comes into force across Great Britain

New Post-Market Surveillance (PMS) regulations have taken effect across Great Britain, requiring medical device manufacturers to proactively monitor the safety and performance of their products once on the market.

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