Clinical Trials Administrator Archives – August 1, 2007
August 1, 2007
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Post-marketing phase IV studies create opportunities for clinical research sites
The FDA, pharmaceutical companies, and clinical research sites all have vested interest in post-marketing studies, but despite buy-in for this process and its recent growth, problems remain, experts say. -
Model center for research assists sites from A to Z
A model research center in Maryland has become a major research entity that provides start to finish assistance to investigators and clinical trial professionals. -
Here's how to improve study budgeting and policies
It's not uncommon for research institutions to lose money on studies because of unexpected expenses, but this problem can be prevented by using a thorough budget worksheet and following budget policies. -
Sample clinical research budgeting worksheet
Community Healthcare System of Munster, IN, has created a thorough clinical trial budget worksheet that is used by clinical research coordinators prior to the institution's acceptance of a study contract. -
Here's a look at a budgeting policy and procedure
Community Healthcare System of Munster, IN, has an eight-page budgeting policy and procedure form that provides clinical research staff with explanations and descriptions to help them complete the budgeting worksheet tool. -
View IRB process as a help, not an obstacle to research
Investigators and research staff often take a sour view of the IRB process, thinking of it as a burdensome hurdle to starting a clinical trial. -
Know protocols before signing on bottom line
Every investigator and research administrator should make certain they understand what's in a protocol and what will be expected of them before they sign the contract.