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One of the key benefits of working with a UKCRC Registered CTU is the assurance of high standards. Each registered CTU has a proven track record in conducting high-quality clinical trials and publishing results. They operate with the necessary infrastructure and adhere to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Their qualifications are rigorously reviewed by an international panel of expert trialists, ensuring you collaborate with units of the highest calibre.

In addition to their standards, CTUs often have excellent connections with study sites and investigators, particularly in specific medical fields. If a CTU has experience in your area, they can quickly mobilise a network of trusted sites and investigators for your new trial. Should you need recommendations for independent trial oversight committees, CTUs are well-positioned to offer expert advice

CTUs also bring specialised academic and clinical expertise to your trial. By using the UKCRC search function, you can identify a CTU with specific expertise in your area of interest. These units often work closely with clinicians, ensuring that your trial design is informed by cutting-edge knowledge and practical experience.

Another major advantage of collaborating with a CTU is their independence from commercial interests. This impartiality in analysing, presenting, and publishing trial results lends credibility to your findings, which is invaluable when seeking approval from clinicians, regulators, and healthcare providers. Many CTUs also have extensive experience with regulatory submissions, helping to smooth the process and reduce delays.

Registered CTUs are well aware of the requirements for trial approvals and conduct in the UK, and often elsewhere. Although the requirements can be complex, the experience of CTUs can ensure a smooth and timely approval process and reduce the risks of delays in getting trials started.

Navigating the research landscape can be complex, but CTUs are well-versed in the requirements for trial approvals and conduct in the UK and often internationally. Their experience can help expedite the approval process, minimising the risk of delays and allowing your trial to commence promptly.

Moreover, CTUs offer expertise in innovative trial design, which can significantly reduce the time and cost required to obtain necessary data. Beyond just getting your trial up and running quickly, CTUs oversee the entire process, ensuring smooth operation from start to finish. Their advanced monitoring techniques, including central statistical monitoring, are both effective and cost-efficient.

The benefits of working with a CTU extend well beyond the trial itself. Many CTUs have expertise in systematic reviews and meta-analyses, which can place your trial’s results in a broader context, increasing its impact. They may also explore additional research questions, generating new hypotheses for future trials that could expand the application of your drug or device. Furthermore, CTUs can provide health economic analyses, which are particularly valuable when engaging with healthcare providers like NICE.