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Primary Project
Participants are required to engage in a clinical research project of their own design under the supervision of primary mentor. Student will use class material and homework assignments to assist in protocol development. The research should be patient-oriented and involve direct measurements on patient derived samples or the use of innovative therapeutic or diagnostic techniques with laboratory based elements. There should be demonstrable clinical relevance. Use of the outpatient and inpatient facilities of the GCRC are to be encouraged. The protocol is to be designed by the fellow under the direct supervision of the mentor within his/her division. Where appropriate dual mentorship should be considered, including a basic scientist expert in the technology being used and a clinical investigator expert in the condition being studied. The primary protocol should account for at least 80% of the fellow's commitment to the program. Biostatistical support/tutelage will be provided on an individual basis through the GCRC mechanism to support the fellow in the development of his/her protocol.
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