Join us as seasoned Clinical Research Nurse (CRN) Elyce takes us inside the intersection of science, ethics, and compassionate patient care. Tracing the CRN role’s evolution—from navigating rigid study protocols to championing patient-centered advocacy—Elyce reveals the ethical tightropes nurses walk, the trust they build, and the values that guide them. She shares personal stories, career advice, and points listeners to resources like the International Association of Clinical Research Nurses (IACRN) that are shaping the profession’s future. Whether you’re curious about clinical trials or considering a career in research nursing, this candid conversation offers an inspiring, insider’s guide to the vital work of CRNs.

Clinical trials affect millions—but most people have no idea how they actually work. In our pilot episode, meet your cohosts Roberto Torres, Taymeyah Al-Toubah, and Karin Avila as they share their personal paths into research and why this field matters more than ever.

From the human impact of oncology trials to how natural disasters can disrupt research, this episode dives into the real challenges, surprising stories, and the power of collaboration in clinical science. Whether you’re a curious outsider or deep in the research world, this series will help you see trials in a whole new way.