Good morning!

My question is related to the conduct and business of clinical trials and the management of IRB's.  I had an investigator ask an intriguing question and want to hear from you all.  This investigator has made reference to conflict of interest and ethics.  I would appreciate any and all responses whether to this listserv or directly to me.

Question:  In a centralized research administration office, do you think there is a conflict of interest or any ethical problems if the person responsible for the management of the IRB also be involved in the pursuit of clinical trial business?

Thank you.

Thane J. Peterson
Director of Research
Iowa Health System
1215 Pleasant, Suite 305
Des Moines, Iowa  50309

515-241-5725
515-241-4185 FAX

WWW.IHSDESMOINES.ORG

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