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An Introduction to Signal Detection Training Course

This course provides a foundation in the critical role of signal detection in ensuring the safety and efficacy of medicines.

14 October 2026 »
from £99

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Part of Molecule to Medicine series:

Are you seeking an understanding of the steps that turn scientific innovations into therapeutic products? This exciting series provides a concise overview of the drug development process, from early-stage research through to the creation of medicines. Participants will learn about key topics such as molecule discovery, preclinical testing, clinical trials, and the regulatory processes involved in bringing a medicine to market.

Overview

Attending this course will help you build a strong foundation in pharmacovigilance, enhance your analytical skills, understand regulatory decision-making, stay current with advanced detection techniques, and contribute to improving patient safety. By the end of the course, you’ll understand the vital role signal detection plays in the lifecycle of medicines, from molecule to medicine!

Browse our extensive selection of Life Sciences training courses for industry-leading insights into a range of topics. These include Medical Devices, IVDs, Biotech and Biopharma, Animal Health and Pharmaceutical training courses.

Benefits of attending

  • Gain essential knowledge of signal detection principles and practices in pharmacovigilance
  • Learn how to identify, evaluate, and interpret signals from diverse data sources
  • Explore how signal detection informs benefit/risk assessments and regulatory decision-making
  • Develop an understanding of advanced detection techniques like data mining and disproportionality analysis
  • Equip yourself to play a key role in safeguarding public health by detecting and acting on potential safety signals

Who should attend?

All clinical, pharmacovigilance and regulatory affairs personnel new to signal detection, or in need of a refresher, would benefit from this course.

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Graeme Ladds
PharSafer Associates Ltd

Graeme Ladds, Director of PharSafer, has over 30 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry. He began his career in 1989 at Ashbourne Pharmaceuticals as Head of Drug Safety & Medical Information, before going on to become Head of Global Pharmacovigilance at Shire Pharmaceuticals.

He later founded his consultancy and specialist CRO, PharSafer Associates Ltd, where he has supported companies in establishing pharmacovigilance systems, conducting audits across Europe and the USA, developing SOPs, acting as a QP, and supporting regulatory inspections.

Since 1994, Graeme has also been involved in the monitoring of medical devices, including drug–device combinations, structural devices and electrical medical devices. His experience spans clinical trials and global device vigilance, alongside pharmacovigilance activities across both clinical development and post-marketing phases.

More details

NEW higher discounts for multiple bookings - bring your colleagues to make your training budget go further:

  • 30% off the 2nd delegate*
  • 40% off the 3rd delegate*
  • 50% off the 4th delegate*

Please contact us for pricing if you are interested in booking 5 or more delegates

14 October 2026

Live online

14:00-15:30 UK (London) (UTC+01)
15:00-16:30 Paris (UTC+02)
09:00-10:30 New York (UTC-04)
Course code 16435

  • GBP 99 124
  • EUR 139 174
  • USD 160 199

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Harry Altamont

Harry
ALTAMONT

Aleksandra Beer

Aleksandra
BEER

+44 (0)20 7749 4749

inhouse@ipiacademy.com