The PDA Science Advisory Board (SAB) establishes the strategic direction and provides oversight for PDA's scientific and technical activities through the development of guidelines, technical reports, and technical bulletins. Through its sister Advisory Board, RAQC, the SAB, interacts with regulatory authorities by participating in the development of consensus responses to regulatory draft and final guidance and directives.

The Chair of the SAB is appointed by the Chair of PDA and approved by the PDA Board. The SAB Chair may be replaced at any time by agreement of a simple majority of the PDA Board. Other SAB leadership positions include a Vice-Chair, who will assume the duties of the Chair in the event the Chair is unable to fulfill his/her responsibilities. The Vice-Chair is nominated by the SAB Chair, and the nomination must be ratified by the PDA Board.

The SAB is composed of individuals who have a demonstrated history of scientific and technical excellence within the scope of PDA's activities. SAB membership must be approved by the PDA Board. Currently there are over 20 individuals on the SAB, drawn from industry, government, and academia.

For more information about the PDA Science Advisory Board, contact Iris Rice, Executive Coordinator, S&RA Department at PDA.