Specialists in First-in-Human (FiH) clinical trials, CRS delivers fast, EMA-compliant early-phase drug development services with expert subject recruitment, PK/PD analysis, and dose escalation support.
World leading CRO in infectious and respiratory human challenge trials, offering over 14 validated models, state of the art labs & rapid recruitment.
Phase II–III infectious, respiratory, and cardiometabolic clinical trials across UK and Germany, with expert-led design, rapid recruitment, and advanced diagnostic capabilities.
CRS Clinical Research Services, part of the hVIVO Group, delivers end-to-end clinical pharmacology trial solutions with a focus on early-phase development and therapeutic specialisation.
Data Management and Biostatistics
Comprehensive data management and biostatistics support for clinical trials, ensuring accurate data capture, analysis, and timely, high-quality study results.
Our experienced, GCP-certified medical monitors provide trusted leadership for externally sponsored trials.
Accurate, compliant medical writing for clinical, regulatory, and safety documents - tailored to your needs.
Expert coordination ensuring timely, high-quality project delivery.
Rigorous standards and oversight to ensure compliance and data integrity across all processes.
Reliable clinical trial recruitment with over 400,000 volunteers, advanced CRM technology, and tailored participant matching to accelerate your study success.
Expert regulatory affairs support for seamless drug development, from submission preparation to ongoing trial compliance and final reporting.
World-class in-patient clinical trial sites across the UK and Germany, offering over 150 beds for early-phase, infectious disease, and specialist studies including advanced quarantine, PK/PD, and biosafety capabilities.
Five integrated outpatient clinical trial sites across the UK and Germany, offering over 1,000 weekly participant screenings, on-site IMP administration, and advanced laboratory capabilities.
Expert support in study setup and data analysis.
Optimising clinical development through expert PK/PD analysis and strategic insight across all phases.
Expert CMC support to ensure safe, consistent, and regulatory-ready drug development from concept to market.
Advancing drug candidates with tailored, expertly managed non-clinical development strategies.
Expert regulatory affairs support for seamless drug development, from submission preparation to ongoing trial compliance and final reporting.
Comprehensive preclinical support including drug development planning, PK/PD modeling, translational simulation, and biomarker strategies to accelerate success.
Scientific Consulting & Regulatory Support
Expert scientific and regulatory consulting for vaccine development, infectious disease, and cardiometabolic programs. Strategic planning, compliance audits, and submission support to accelerate success.
Techniques, Technology & Automation
Comprehensive assay platforms including PK/PD, ELISA, ELISpot, RT-qPCR/ddPCR, NGS, microbiome sequencing, and immunoassays. Automated workflows for reproducibility and scalability.
Global sample processing network offering PBMC isolation and downstream analysis for immunology research. GLP/GCP compliant workflows for clinical and translational studies.
Clinical Trial Supplies & Kit Production
Custom clinical trial kits, site training, and investigator support for Phase I–III studies. Bespoke design and RSV stabilization matrix for extended stability.
Bioanalysis & Characterisation Services
Expert bioanalysis and compound characterisation for startups, biotech, and pharma. GLP/GCLP-compliant, FDA/EMA aligned services for drug development.
Assay Development & Validation Services
Expert assay development, customisation and validation for startups, biotech, and pharma. Reliable, fit for purpose from exploratory research through clinical trials.
hVIVO is an industry leader in virology and immunology laboratory services, and has been working in this field as a contract research organisation (CRO) since 1989. Operating as a highly specialised virology, immunology and molecular laboratory, our comprehensive array of services are tailored to support drug and vaccine research & development, and drive innovation in the field of virology.
Ethically approved human biological samples from a UK Registered Research tissue bank. Respiratory pathogen-positive sets and prospective collection for advanced research.
Secure cryostorage solutions under HTA and Home Office Controlled Drugs licenses with full compliance (GMP, GDP & GLP). Long and short-term storage at Room Temperature, -20oC, -80°C and liquid nitrogen for clinical and research samples including compounds and genome libraries.
Accurate, timely medical oversight is essential for participant safety and data quality. hVIVO's Medical Monitoring and Safety Services provide direct access to GCP-certified physicians with extensive Phase I, II & III trial experience.
This service is available as a standalone solution, offering a consistent, expert-led approach to safety monitoring from first patient to data lock.
Continuous medical input from trial setup to final data review
Expert review of clinical data including laboratory results, vital signs, and ECGs
Continuous AE/SAE monitoring to identify and address safety signals promptly
Eligibility and protocol compliance checks to maintain trial integrity and patient safety
Input into key study documents across the trial life-cycle, for example safety reports such as protocol, Safety Management Plan, DSURs, Investigator Brochures, DMC documentation, TFL review and Clinical Study Report writing and review.
Optional pharmacovigilance support including expedited reporting and event narratives

Our medical monitors act as dedicated safety leads, ensuring real-time, medically sound decisions across your clinical program. They collaborate closely with investigators, sponsors, and operational teams to assess ongoing safety, manage risk, and ensure patient well-being throughout the trial lifecycle.
Remote monitoring by in-house hVIVO physicians
Dedicated or ratating medical monitors for uninterrupted coverage
Flexible support to reflect study needs - Lite, Full or PV+
Specialist oversight from clinicians with hands-on trial expertise
Enhanced participant safety and reliable clinical data
Flexible engagement models for biotech, academic and global sponsors
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