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MSL

MSL

8.8
A scientist who talks to doctors about medical research findings
  • noun
  • Jargon
translation icon : enlace médico-científico
  • The MSL presented the study findings at the medical conference to inform attendees about recent advancements.

Examples

  • Here's Dr. Douglas Adams, MSL Parachute Cognizant Engineer, to tell you why and how it works in this exclusive Gizmodo interview, recorded yesterday at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California.

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  • An MSL serves as a crucial link between the pharmaceutical company and healthcare providers.

  • As an MSL, she helps doctors understand the latest treatments and medication options.

How Specialized

MD
13 3.5
MSL
  • Jargon
8.8
advisor
  • US
271 2.8

Surface Forms

MSL singular
MSLs plural

Etymology

MSL comes from Medical Science Liaison, a job title meaning someone who connects a drug company with doctors and researchers. They are like a 'bridge' for scientific and clinical information, which is why an MSL shares new research with healthcare professionals.