Partner with Xcene Research to Shape the Future of Clinical Trials in Africa
At Xcene Research, we are empowering hospitals, academic centers, and private research institutions across Africa to participate in high-impact global clinical trials. Through our growing Investigator & Site Network, we connect qualified investigators directly with biopharmaceutical sponsors, digital research tools, and capacity-building programs enabling them to conduct world-class studies with speed, quality, and regulatory confidence.
But partnership at Xcene goes beyond individual studies. It’s about building a sustainable ecosystem, one that unites Africa’s leading research sites under a common framework of operational excellence, digital readiness, and global visibility. That’s why we created the Xcene Site Alliance Network (XRSAN), a premier collaboration program designed to transform investigators and their institutions into centers of excellence for clinical research in Africa.
Why Join the Xcene Site Alliance Network (XRSAN)?
The Xcene Site Alliance Network (XRSAN) is a collaborative platform designed to strengthen site capacity, research quality, and operational readiness. It connects qualified investigators and institutions to global clinical trial opportunities while providing ongoing support in training, compliance, and technology adoption.
Benefits of Joining XRSAN:
- Early Access to Global Trials: Preferred placement in multinational studies through our global partnerships with biopharma and sponsors.
Continuous Training & Development: Access to ICH-GCP certification, clinical research workshops, and mentorship through the Xcene Research Academy and ACRP-affiliated programs. - Digital Site Enablement: Support for eSource, eRegulatory, and CTMS integration to ensure readiness for decentralized and hybrid trials.
- Regulatory and Start-Up Assistance: Guidance for ethics submissions, budget negotiation, and site qualification processes.
- Operational Excellence Support: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), monitoring templates, and ongoing quality management resources.
- Networking and Recognition: Join a regional network of centers of excellence recognized by sponsors for quality and performance.
- Access to Xcene’s eRegistries: Sites benefit from connection to disease-specific eRegistries in Sickle Cell Disease, Oncology, CKD, Infectious Diseases, and Women’s Health for faster recruitment and longitudinal data collection.
“The Xcene Site Alliance Network empowers investigators to lead Africa’s next phase of research growth while building local capability with global reach.”
Site Success Story: Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital, Kaduna, A Regional Model for Research Excellence
-Dr. Halima Bello-Manga, Principal Investigator, BDTH
Challenge:
Before partnering with Xcene Research, the site faced several operational challenges that affected workflow and study execution. Delays in document approvals and payments, high monitoring turnover rates, complex EDC systems, frequent protocol amendments, and shipment delays for study materials created a demanding research environment and placed pressure on both timelines and staff.
Xcene Research
Xcene Research’s involvement brought structure, clarity, and dependable support. Through clear communication channels, responsive feedback, strong monitoring oversight, and proactive issue resolution, the site experienced a noticeable shift in efficiency. The team also benefited from continuous capacity-building initiatives, including hands-on training and improved access to essential EDC tools.
Results:
This collaborative approach translated into measurable improvements.
- Document and payment processes became more efficient
- Monitoring activities stabilized, and staff confidence increased as challenges were resolved more quickly.
- The site also experienced smoother coordination during protocol amendments and EDC-related tasks, supported by Xcene’s guidance every step of the way.
- Most importantly, the strengthened partnership fostered cohesive teamwork and consistent communication, key ingredients that helped create a more structured, well-supported, and effective clinical trial environment.
The site acknowledges that working with Xcene CRO has provided the structure, resources, and expertise needed to overcome challenges and deliver stronger clinical trial outcomes. This partnership demonstrates how a well-managed site – CRO relationship can transform trial operations and contribute to successful study delivery.
Why Partner with Xcene Research
- Regional Depth, Global Standards: Experience across 25+ African markets, fully aligned with ICH-GCP, FDA, EMA, and WHO frameworks.
- End-to-End Research Ecosystem: Integrated support from feasibility and start-up to real-world evidence and post-marketing research.
- Digital Infrastructure: Equipped with CTMS, LIMS, eSource, and eRegistry systems that streamline monitoring and improve data accuracy.
- Ethical & Transparent Partnerships: Fair contract terms, performance feedback, and equitable collaboration models.
- Community-Centered Recruitment: Trusted engagement programs that improve diversity and retention in clinical research.
Become A Partner
Whether you are an experienced investigator or a new research center seeking to expand your capabilities, Xcene Research provides the infrastructure, mentorship, and partnerships to help you grow. Join a network that is redefining clinical research standards across Africa.
