Life Sciences R&D Tax Credits: What Qualifies and Where Are Companies Leaving Value on the Table?

Podcast

September 11, 2026

In the first episode of the Healthcare & Life Sciences Podcast, hosts Adam Hunter, Assurance Services Partner, and Carolyn Smith Driscoll, Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory, will explore the many ways research and development (R&D) tax credits impact the life sciences.

Together, they discuss what qualifies as R&D, where organizations commonly miss opportunities, and how proper documentation can help maximize credits while reducing audit risk.

Tune in to learn more about:

  • Understanding the fundamentals of R&D tax credits for life sciences companies.
  • Identifying qualifying activities across pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, and diagnostics.
  • Navigating clinical trial and research-related credit opportunities.
  • Recognizing often-overlooked opportunities in process development and manufacturing scale-up.
  • Strengthening documentation to support claims and prepare for potential audits.  

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Carolyn Smith Driscoll Headshot

Carolyn Smith Driscoll

Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory

Director, Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC

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Adam Hunter

Assurance Services

Partner, Cherry Bekaert LLP
Partner, Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC

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