Kirsten Van Garsse is Business Unit Manager for RA IVD & Representative Services at Qarad, part of the QbD Group, with more than 20 years of experience in the in vitro diagnostics industry. Her expertise spans companion diagnostics, clinical performance studies, IVDR compliance, and drug-diagnostic co-development. Kirsten supports pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic companies in navigating the complex regulatory interface between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics and is recognized for her expertise in collaborative development strategies.