Sepehr Shojaei serves as the vice president of design solutions at Lightship, leveraging his 15 years of experience in clinical research operations to champion a patient-centric approach. Motivated by a commitment to underserved populations, he joined Lightship to prioritize access, choice, and equity in clinical trials, ensuring no group is left behind. Drawing from roles at institutions like UCLA, USC, City of Hope, and Science 37, Sepehr employs novel and innovative strategies to enhance clinical trials. He holds an MPH from the University of Southern California and a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from UC Irvine.
In the realm of inclusivity and equity, planning early and engaging key stakeholders throughout the process makes it possible to make these changes while also safeguarding participants. How can researchers put clinical trial equity into practice?