Alimentiv and IBUS Launch New Clinical Training Program
The IUS-STAR certification initiative aims to standardize imaging quality for global clinical trials.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Healthcare
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Alimentiv and the International Bowel Ultrasound Group have introduced the IUS Standardized Training and Acquisition for Research certificate. The program is designed to enhance site readiness for clinical trials through specialized training for imaging professionals.
Why it matters
The collaboration seeks to expand access to qualified ultrasound operators, helping to accelerate the timeline for complex clinical trial imaging. Standardizing these processes is intended to improve consistency and oversight across international research sites.
The partnership has operated across 34 countries, while Alimentiv leverages 30 years of experience in gastrointestinal clinical trials to support the new certification.
The players
Alimentiv
Alimentiv is a contract research organization that has operated in gastrointestinal clinical trials for 30 years and is headquartered in London, Ontario.
International Bowel Ultrasound Group
The International Bowel Ultrasound Group, also known as IBUS e.V., is a professional organization based in Berlin focused on advancing ultrasound imaging standards.
The details
The IUS-STAR program provides a rigorous curriculum that combines e-learning with applied scanning acquisition and iterative image review. Participants receive direct coaching and feedback from experts, utilizing Alimentiv's Notō Case Manager technology to ensure quality oversight.
Timeline
The organizations entered into their initial partnership in 2022.
The IUS-STAR certification program launched on October 15, 2026.
Market Landscape
This program follows the industry trend toward increasing standardization in clinical trial imaging to ensure data quality. By formalizing certification, Alimentiv and the International Bowel Ultrasound Group strengthen their competitive position in the global research outsourcing market.
The initiative improves the availability of qualified imaging experts for clinical trials, which may help speed up research timelines for new treatments. While intended for industry professionals, the improved oversight could lead to more reliable data in medical studies.
The takeaway
Standardization programs like IUS-STAR are vital for ensuring that complex medical imaging remains accurate across diverse global research settings. Healthcare providers and researchers can expect such certifications to become the industry benchmark for participating in large-scale clinical trials.
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