7th Annual ACDM Awards
The ACDM Annual Awards allow our Members and Non-members to showcase their achievements in the management of clinical data. The results of the three Awards were announced at ACDM25 on the 3rd March in Prague.
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Individual Excellence in the Management of Clinical Data Award

WINNER
Tuomas Kuusisto
Tuomas Kuusisto is recognized for excellence in clinical data management, optimizing eCRF libraries and developing SOPs. His expertise bridges data management and statistical programming, improving efficiency, collaboration, and standardization at EstiMates.

RUNNER UP
Amanda Langel
Amanda Langel is a world-class data manager dedicated to trial success. With deep industry expertise, she ensures efficient data collection, cleaning, and organization while proactively improving processes. Her exceptional attention to detail and ability to retain vast amounts of trial data make her an invaluable asset in clinical research.
RUNNER UP
Avinash Srivastava
Avinash Srivastava has been recognised for leading a team at Syneos Health in developing a new process for endpoint protection in data management, ensuring early decisions on data quality and integrity in clinical trials.
Team Excellence in the Management of Clinical Data Award

WINNER
IQVIA
The IQVIA Marburg DM Team achieved an unprecedented 7-day EDC build, significantly accelerating clinical trial timelines. Their rapid response enabled the Rwanda Marburg Vaccine Trial to start within a week, setting a new industry standard for outbreak response.

RUNNER UP
CluePoints
CluePoints’ RBQM Innovators revolutionize clinical trials with AI-driven tools like SPOT, Intelligent Medical Coding, and Medical Safety Review. These solutions enhance site monitoring, coding accuracy, and medical oversight, improving efficiency, patient safety, and data quality.

RUNNER UP
SGS Pharma Clinical Research
SGS Pharma Clinical Research’s Data Management System and Process (DPS) & Data Technology (DT) teams lead the adoption of CDISC Open Rules, advancing industry-wide data validation. Their pioneering work, collaboration, and volunteer efforts are shaping the future of clinical data management.

RUNNER UP
AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca’s STAR Team revolutionized Audit Trail Review (ATR) by developing a study-level ATR strategy that enhances regulatory compliance and data quality. Their automated process improves efficiency, benefiting clinical trial management and industry best practices.

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ChilliPharm
ChilliPharm’s Compliance Team transformed regulatory processes by implementing MasterControl, enhancing efficiency, data integrity, and compliance. Their dedication ensures seamless audits, improved collaboration, and future-proofed quality management for both ChilliPharm and its clients.
Innovation in the Management of Clinical Data Award

WINNER
Southampton CTU
The COSMOS Database, developed by Southampton CTU, revolutionizes clinical and translational data management. This open-source platform integrates diverse datasets, enhances collaboration, accelerates biomarker discovery, and empowers researchers with AI-driven analytics for impactful clinical research.
RUNNER UP
Clinion
Clinion’s Clinical Data Science Team, led by Vijay Bhaskar, revolutionized clinical trial technology with GenAI-driven solutions. Their innovations, including AI-powered data review and automation, enhance efficiency, compliance, and data management, setting new industry standards.
RUNNER UP
Medidata
Medidata’s AI Everywhere initiative revolutionizes clinical data management through AI-driven automation in study build, data quality assessment, and audit trail review. Their innovations improve efficiency, ensure compliance, and accelerate clinical trial timelines.
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Capgemini Engineering
Capgemini Engineering’s Next Gen Clinical Data Assistant leverages GenAI to transform data management in clinical trials. This virtual assistant streamlines data insights, enhances patient safety monitoring, and enables AI adoption for CROs, biotechs, and healthcare enterprises.
RUNNER UP
Cyntegrity
Dr. Johann Proeve and the Cyntegrity Science Team have revolutionized data integrity in clinical research with a risk-based audit approach. Their predictive analytics enhance compliance, streamline workflows, and set new industry standards for quality and oversight.
Individual Excellence in the Management of Clinical Data Award
This Award will be given to an individual who, in the opinion of the judges, has made a significant contribution to one of the following aspects of the management of clinical data:
- Project Delivery
- Process Improvement
- Quality Improvement
Team Excellence in the Management of Clinical Data Award
This Award will be given to a Team who, in the opinion of the judges, has made a significant contribution to one or more of the following aspects of the management of clinical data:
- Project Delivery
- Process Improvement
- Quality Improvement
Innovation in the Management of Clinical Data Award
This Award will be given to an individual or a Team who, in the opinion of the judges, has achieved one or more of the following:
- Implementation of innovation (e.g. clinical trial using new data management tools)
- Development and implementation of a new innovative process(es)
- Design of physical or virtual solution for managing or collecting clinical data
Timelines
Nominations for the 2025 Awards have now closed.
Awards presented at the ACDM Annual Conference: 2nd – 4th March 2025
Nomination Process
There are no restrictions on who can nominate someone for the Individual Awards other than it is not permitted to self-nominate. It is permissible to nominate a Team for which you are a member of. Nominations must be made using the online form which is available by clicking on the button below.
Finalists
Individual Excellence in the Management of Clinical Data Award
This Award will be given to an individual who, in the opinion of the judges, has made a significant contribution to one of the following aspects of the management of clinical data:
- Project Delivery
- Process Improvement
- Quality Improvement
Team Excellence in the Management of Clinical Data Award
This Award will be given to a Team who, in the opinion of the judges, has made a significant contribution to one or more of the following aspects of the management of clinical data:
- Project Delivery
- Process Improvement
- Quality Improvement
Innovation in the Management of Clinical Data Award
This Award will be given to an individual or a Team who, in the opinion of the judges, has achieved one or more of the following:
- Implementation of innovation (e.g. clinical trial using new data management tools)
- Development and implementation of a new innovative process(es)
- Design of physical or virtual solution for managing or collecting clinical data