Research Grid Secures £5M to Revolutionize Clinical Trials

Research Grid, an AI startup specializing in automating back-office administration for clinical trials, has successfully raised a £5 million seed round. The funding, led by Fuel Ventures with several other notable investors, aims to address clinical trial inefficiencies caused by outdated systems and manual processes, often resulting in costly delays and reduced patient engagement. By developing products such as Inclusive and TrialEngine, Research Grid offers an integrated solution that automates the patient recruitment process and manages trial administration efficiently. The funds will be utilized to enhance research and development, especially in AI automations, while also scaling the engineering teams and expanding the startup’s presence in the US and Asian markets. Founded by Dr. Amber Hill, an expert in AI and biomedical neuroscience, the company envisions an automation engine for clinical trials, making them faster and more successful. The startup's innovative approach promises to alleviate common bottlenecks in the drug development pipeline.