
September 1-2nd, 2026
Hampton Inn by Hilton, Sugar Land, TX, United States
The MENASA Group Second Annual Summit brings together leaders from clinical research, healthcare, public health, technology, policy and community organizations to explore how innovation, inclusion and collaboration can help advance research equity and improve representation in clinical research. The two-day program will cover clinical trial access and operations, AI and responsible innovation, workforce development, healthcare education and global collaboration, with a particular focus on underrepresented MENASA communities.
The summit provides an opportunity to connect with clinical research professionals, investigators, research sites, sponsors, CROs, healthcare leaders, technology innovators and community organizations working to make research more inclusive and accessible.
mdgroup speaking – Founder & CEO Miriam Dervan will join the Speaker Spotlight as Chair & Moderator.







