Eric Adams is a seasoned preclinical research consultant with over 20 years of experience specializing in neurosurgical interventions, targeted drug delivery, and physiological monitoring. Having held roles ranging from Research Technician to Director of Surgical Services at a contract research organization (CRO), Eric now offers his experience through consulting. His expertise spans a variety of complex surgical procedures, including intrathecal lumbar and intracerebroventricular (ICV) catheterizations, intraparenchymal and MRI-guided delivery, and bile duct cannulation. Eric is passionate about sharing his knowledge through training, consulting, and ensuring the highest standards in ethical research. His contributions to study design, surgical interventions, and data collection have supported numerous publications, as well as regulatory and clinical advancements. His extensive experience with protocol development and working in GLP environments ensures the highest standards of report generation and compliance.

• Neurosurgical Expertise & Targeted Interventions:
  Eric is highly skilled in neurosurgical techniques, including intrathecal and ICV catheterizations, intraparenchymal delivery, and MRI-guided procedures. His work focuses on both targeted interventions and critical physiological monitoring for CNS disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and chronic pain.
• Surgical Procedures:
  Extensive experience performing complex procedures such as dual catheter installation for drug delivery and CSF collection, stereotaxic surgery, bile duct cannulation, and MRI-compatible surgical techniques. Eric has developed specialized equipment for procedures like simultaneous targeting of multiple surgical sites to reduce procedure time and improve outcomes.
• Data Collection & Analysis:
  Skilled in collecting and analyzing datasets related to MRI segmentation for volume distribution, intracranial pressure wave analysis, and catheter patency in long-term studies. His expertise in physiological monitoring, including optimizing ICP measurements for dose volume and rate, has supported numerous large-scale studies. He ensures that data collected aligns with the standards required for regulatory submissions and report generation.
• Training & Mentorship:
  A passionate educator, Eric has trained numerous surgical technicians and surgeons, many of whom have gone on to achieve certifications from the Academy of Surgical Research. His training programs emphasize precise surgical techniques, ethical practices, and the importance of maintaining high standards in research.
• Consulting & Study Design:
  With over two decades of experience as a Study Director, Eric provides expert consulting services in experimental design, protocol development, surgical technique optimization, and report generation. His extensive GLP experience ensures compliance with regulatory standards and successful project execution in both GLP and non-GLP environments.

Eric’s philosophy is rooted in collaboration, education, and ethical research practices. As a longtime member of the Academy of Surgical Research, where he earned his Surgical Research Specialist (SRS) certification in 2006, Eric has served on the Board of Directors as well as a Corporate Partner. His involvement in the ASR reflects his commitment to promoting high standards in surgical research and education. His dedication to passing on his knowledge through teaching and mentoring continues to drive his work as a consultant and educator in the field of preclinical research.

Training
Experimental Design
Surgery
Data Acquisition
Data Analysis
Data Interpretation
Report Generation

MRI
Fluoroscopy
Stereotaxic Frames
Codman ICP Express
ITK-SNAP
Pristima LIMS