If you want to join our discussion group, it is available here: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/2064965/ Research Quality Association (RQA) is an Association dedicated to informing and advancing its members - RQA provides status and visibility for individuals concerned with the quality of research in pharmaceutical, agrochemical and chemical industry sectors. Since its beginnings in 1977, the Association has grown and developed to reflect regulatory changes, the impact of regulatory inspection and the changing structure and needs of industry. VISION Quality and integrity in scientific research and development. MISSION To develop and promote quality standards in scientific research and development To facilitate knowledge sharing and transfer through: -- Discussion - discussion forums, social media -- Training - professional development courses, eLearning, webcasts, CPD -- Seminars - one day events on hot topics -- Annual Conferences -- Publications - guidance books, quality system workbook -- Partnership -- Website - a wealth of information -- Social media To liaise with regulatory agencies in the development and interpretation of regulations and Guidance.