Navigating Clinical Trials: Essential Knowledge for Dermatologists-Investigator Initiated Studies

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Todd Schlesinger discusses Investigator-Initiated Trials (IITs), emphasizing their unique aspects compared to sponsor-initiated trials. IITs are research projects stemming from an investigator's idea, funded either by the investigator or through grants. They allow examination of outcomes not covered in registration trials. Unlike sponsor-initiated trials, IITs require the principal investigator to assume the role of a sponsor, bearing additional responsibilities such as protocol design and safety reporting. Schlesinger highlights the importance of curiosity and financial gain as driving factors, and underlines the need for effective recruitment and budgeting for IITs.

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by Todd Schlesinger, MD, FAAD

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Investigator-Initiated Trials

sponsor-initiated trials

research funding

protocol design

effective recruitment