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10 Essential Life Sciences Regulatory Websites


Accessing information has never been easier, but staying informed from reliable sources is no easy task. The world of life sciences is constantly evolving, and it's important for all professionals, whether you're new to the field or have many years' experiences, to keep abreast of industry advances.   

  

In this blog, we've put together a list of the ten (10) essential sources of information in the life sciences industry, which we believe offer you free and neutral quality content. These sources cover the majority of industry topics, including evolving regulations and best practices. Regularly consulting and following publications from these sources is an excellent starting point for life sciences professionals wishing to keep abreast of what's happening in the sector.  

  

We've curated this list with North American and European professionals in mind, where many of these regulatory bodies play a central role. If you're navigating the life sciences landscape in another part of the world, your go-to resources might differ—feel free to share your recommendations in the comments! 

 

Here are our Top 10!  

 

European Medicines Agency (EMA) 

Description – The mission of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) is to foster scientific excellence in the evaluation and supervision of medicines, for the benefit of public and animal health in the European Union (EU). The Agency uses a wide range of regulatory mechanisms to achieve these aims, which are continuously reviewed and improved. 

 

International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH)  

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Description –  The International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH) promotes global harmonization of guidelines for drug development. Its Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guideline (ICH E6) is a cornerstone for ethical and scientifically sound clinical trials. ICH ensures consistency across regions like the US, EU, and Japan, helping sponsors and researchers meet regulatory expectations. For GCP professionals, it provides a unified standard for trial design, conduct, monitoring, and reporting—crucial for regulatory approval and global compliance. 

 

U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 

Description – The FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) is a federal agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It is responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of: Human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, food supply, cosmetics and products that emit radiation. Its regulatory authority covers both pre-market evaluation and post-market surveillance. I’ve included above the FDA Press Announcements page which is a valuable regulatory resource as it provides timely, official updates on FDA actions, approvals, safety alerts, and policy changes. It helps stakeholders stay informed about the latest developments impacting regulatory compliance and public health. 

Note: As an important point of reference, it's worth mentioning that the FDA previously offered access to WCG FDAnews, a respected resource that provided executives in the life sciences sector with high-quality domestic and international regulatory, legislative, and business news. While the production of FDAnews publications was discontinued in 2024, I’ve included this mention as an FYI—given its past value, it may be worth keeping on your radar in case it resumes publication in the future. 

 

Health Canada 

Description – Health Canada is the federal department responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health. As part of the Government of Canada, it plays a vital role in ensuring the country's public health by overseeing national health policy, regulation, and services. Health Canada also works to protect the population from health risks, promote healthy living, and ensure the safety of health products and food. 

 

Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency 

Description – The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency regulates medicines, medical devices and blood components for transfusion in the UK. The agency has many responsibilities, but one of them is to help educate the public and healthcare professionals about the risks and benefits of medicines, medical devices and blood components, leading to safer and more effective use. 

 

Regulatory Focus - Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS) 

Description – Regulatory Focus is the only source of independent, quality regulatory news, information and analysis that is fully dedicated to covering the issues associated with healthcare products and the regulatory profession. From guidance documents, regulations, rules and international guidelines to legislation, enforcement actions, legal decisions, business trends and more, Regulatory Focus covers everything you need to continue advancing public health. 

 

Life Science Leader 

Description – Life Science Leader magazine is a premier business journal for life sciences executives, serving professionals across the spectrum from emerging biotechs to established Big Pharma companies. Their content is designed to inform readers of industry best practices and motivate them to implement those practices in their businesses. 

 

Applied Clinical Trials 

Description – Applied Clinical Trials is a global, peer-reviewed journal and digital platform that serves as a trusted resource for professionals involved in the life sciences industry. It focuses on providing practical solutions to strategic and operational challenges within the highly regulated pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. 

  

TheScientist 

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Description – The Scientist is the magazine for life sciences professionals—a publication dedicated to covering a wide range of topics central to the study of cell and molecular biology, genetics, and other life-science fields. Through innovative print articles, online stories, and multimedia features, the magazine explores the latest scientific discoveries, trends in research, innovative techniques, new technology, business, and careers. 


ECA Academy News 

Description – The ECA Academy is the educational division of the European Compliance Academy (ECA) Foundation, a leading European organization dedicated to providing training and resources on Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Distribution Practice (GDP) compliance. Established to support professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and related industries, the ECA Academy offers a comprehensive range of educational programs, including courses, conferences, and webinars focused on GMP and regulatory compliance. 


So, this concludes our roundup of our top 10 sources of information in the life sciences industry, which we hope will be useful to you in your information gathering. You can always subscribe to these content sites to stay abreast of news concerning regulations, best practices, new technologies and much more that the life sciences industry presents to you. Now that you have plenty of resources, you can’t miss the latest news in the industry. 

  

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