A Clinika Research Advisory Program for Founders & Funders in Alternative Health
Ensuring Scientific Credibility
and Compliance
OVERVIEW
Credibility isn’t a nice-to-have in alternative health—it’s the foundation everything else rests on. In a space where bold claims and fast-moving ideas are common, the companies that endure are the ones that take science seriously from the start.
This course was developed to help founders and early teams establish that credibility. Whether you’re preparing for fundraising, seeking partnerships, or laying the groundwork for future clinical research, this program gives you the strategic and practical guidance to operate responsibly and earn real trust.
Clinika Research created this program in response to what we’ve seen behind the scenes: early-stage ventures making avoidable mistakes that damage reputation, delay progress, or create ethical and legal risk.
WHAT THE PROGRAM COVERS
This course helps founders understand what scientific credibility actually looks like—how to earn it, how to protect it,
and how to make sure it shows up in everything you build.
1. Understanding What’s at Stake
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What scientific credibility means in the context of alternative health
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How early credibility—or the lack of it—impacts funding, press, and partnerships
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Why doing something “informally” or “just to learn” still carries risk
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How to separate real rigor from performative science
You’ll gain: A sharper lens for identifying what makes your company look trustworthy—or not.
2. Avoiding Common Pitfalls
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What kinds of language and activities can unintentionally suggest clinical research
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Where early-stage teams open themselves up to scrutiny without realizing it
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Why drawing blood, collecting data, or using the word “protocol” can trigger problems
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Examples of what has gone wrong for others—and how to do better
You’ll gain: A clearer sense of what to avoid, and how to course-correct if you’re already in a gray zone.
3. Building a Credible Foundation
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How to design early work in a way that signals seriousness, not sloppiness
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What to document, structure, and disclose from day one
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When to bring in scientific, clinical, or ethical advisors
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How to align your credibility goals with your go-to-market strategy
You’ll gain: A set of practical steps to start building scientific credibility
now—before regulators, investors, or partners ask for it.​
TAKE HOME MATERIALS
Participants receive a digital copy of the
Clinika Research Founder’s Toolkit including:
• Reality Check Worksheet
• Before You Research Checklist
• Early Research Roadmap Template
• Red Flag Guide
