Eximia Research, an integrated clinical trial network based in Raleigh, N.C., is expanding to Iowa and has acquired Integrated Clinical Trial Services Inc. According to a news release, Eximia’s acquisition of the West Des Moines-based ICTS, which is the only full-time dedicated research clinic in the Des Moines metro area, will broaden access to clinical trials. ICTS was founded in 2005 by Joe and Kristine Majors and conducts clinical trials in various therapeutic areas: pediatrics, general medicine, neurology, pain management and sport medicine, dermatology and metabolic disorders. “The addition of this established, successful site strengthens our ability to offer cutting-edge clinical trials to more communities and reinforces our commitment to expanding access to quality clinical research,” Dr. Ella Grach, CEO of Eximia Research, said in a prepared statement. “With their experienced leadership and focus on patient care, particularly in pediatrics, metabolic disorders and a wide range of other therapeutic areas, ICTS is a perfect fit for our growing network.”