[By NBC-1TV H. J Yook]Quintiles last night was named the “Best CRO in Asia” at the 2014 BioPharma Asia Industry Awards dinner, the third time in the event’s four-year history that Quintiles has received the honor. The award recognizes the contract research organization that has best demonstrated an ongoing commitment to improve clinical research in Asia and help customers succeed.

“This award reflects Quintiles’ ability to improve our customers’ probability of success by combining market knowledge with superior service,” said Ken Lee, M.D., Quintiles Vice President and Regional General Manager for Southeast Asia, who accepted the award. “For 20 years we’ve been helping our customers navigate Asia’s complex and changing healthcare environment. It’s wonderful to be acknowledged for our excellence in bringing knowledge and people together for a healthier world.”