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Beyond the Conversation: What It Takes to Run CNS Clinical Trials

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CNS (central nervous system) trials are some of the most complex–and most meaningful–studies in clinical research today. A recent Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS) SCRS Talks episode featuring Tekton’s Jeffrey Zucker and Brandon Lenfest explored the realities of conducting CNS trials—from patient identification to caregiver impact. In this article, we revisit the most compelling moments from that discussion and … Read more

Tekton Research Opens First Multi-Specialty Clinical Research Hub in San Antonio

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Tekton Research Multi-Specialty Clinical Research Hub in San Antonio

As First Hub Opens, Tekton Adds New Principal Investigator, Dr. Arti Thangudu, and Expands Patient Access to Clinical Research AUSTIN, TX – April 8, 2026 — Tekton Research, a leading multi-site clinical trial organization with 25 research sites across North America, today announced the opening of its San Antonio research hub. A physician-led clinical research … Read more

World Obesity Day: Changing the Narrative Through Research

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World Obesity Day Changing the Narrative Through Research

Today is World Obesity Day – a moment to pause and reflect on one of the fastest-growing global health challenges of our time. More than 1 billion people worldwide are currently living with obesity. By 2035, that number is expected to rise significantly, with nearly half of the global population projected to be living with … Read more

Tekton Research Appoints Dr. Jara McDonald as Executive Medical Director to Support Continued Growth in Cardiometabolic Research

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Tekton Research Appoints Medical Director Jara McDonald

Double Board-Certified Obesity, Diabetes & Integrative Medicine Specialist to Lead Medical Strategy, Sponsor Engagement, and Industry Collaboration AUSTIN, TX – GLOBE NEWSWIRE – Tekton Research, a leading multi-site clinical trial organization with 25 research sites across North America, today announced the appointment of Jara McDonald, MD, FAAFP, DABOM, as Executive Medical Director. Double board-certified in … Read more

Tekton CEO Corey Collins on the Growing Power of Site Networks

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Corey Collins, Tekton CEO, featured in Clinical Leader Article: The Growing Power of Site Networks

Site networks are undergoing a meaningful shift. What were once loosely connected groups of investigators are evolving into more structured, operationally unified organizations designed to deliver greater consistency, scalability, and performance for sponsors. In a recent feature by Dan Schell in Clinical Leader, Tekton Research CEO Corey Collins shares perspective on how this transformation is … Read more

Honoring Black History Month: Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller

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February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and lasting impact of Black leaders across every field, including medicine and clinical research. At Tekton Research, we take this opportunity to reflect on the pioneers whose contributions have shaped the medical world and the lessons their stories teach us about ethics, trust, … Read more

Welcoming Dr. Arti Thangudu to Tekton Research

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Welcome Dr. Arti Thangudu, Principal Investigator at Tekton Research

Tekton Research is pleased to welcome Dr. Arti Thangudu as a Principal Investigator in San Antonio, Texas, further strengthening our growing network of physician-led clinical research sites. Dr. Thangudu is a triple board-certified physician in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, and Internal Medicine, bringing more than a decade of clinical experience to her role. As the … Read more

2025 at Tekton Research: Building Momentum in High-Demand Therapeutic Areas

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2025 Tekton Research Wrap Up

As the pace of clinical research continues to accelerate, 2025 marked a year of focused, intentional growth for Tekton Research — particularly in high-demand therapeutic areas like neuroscience and cardiometabolic health. Rather than expanding for expansion’s sake, our work this year centered on strengthening the capabilities that matter most to sponsors, investigators, and patients: faster … Read more

Tekton Research Adds Two New Sites to Expand Neuroscience and General Medicine Capabilities in Key U.S. Markets

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Growth strengthens Tekton’s regional density and enhances access to diverse patient populations AUSTIN, TX – Tekton Research, a leading multi-site clinical trial organization, today announced the addition of two new research sites in New Carlisle, Ohio, and Englewood, New Jersey. The expansion supports Tekton’s continued growth in Neuroscience and General Medicine research while deepening access … Read more