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New Trials. If you are seeking a collaboration with the UCL CCTU we require you to apply: At least 3 months before the application deadline By using the Collaboration Request Form available on the website The c ompleted form should be sent to cctu-enquiries@ucl.ac.uk.
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New Trials If you are seeking a collaboration with the UCL CCTU we require you to apply: • At least 3 months before the application deadline • By using the Collaboration Request Form available on the website • The completed form should be sent to cctu-enquiries@ucl.ac.uk
New trial adoption process First steps • CI/deputy or Clinical Trial Lead(CTL) (from linked centres) completes a Collaboration Request Form • Reference # allocated • You will receive a letter from CCTU acknowledging: • The receipt of the proforma • Information of the TPC meeting date when the trial will be reviewed • Advising that you (or delegate) should attend • A slide set for presentation will be sent • You will also receive a call from CCTU senior staff to discuss suitability and clarify any immediate issues
New trial adoption process The TPC 1st Review meeting consists of: • A short presentation by the Investigator • A discussion with the Investigator • The TPC will then complete a report template where the following will be considered: • The importance of scientific question • Is the trial feasible? • Is the trial fundable? (in the opinion of the TPC)
2nd TPC Review – feasibility of conduct 2 possible options based on risk assessment UCL CTU Launch 12 July 2012
IMPORTANT INFORMATION • Please note. Research Services and the CCTU require pFACT submissions no later than 7 working days prior to the funding deadline. UCL CTU Launch 12 July 2012
New trial adoption process • If funding successfulthere will be a 3rd TPC review which will consider: • The amount of the award • Whether the trial has changed significantly • Are any amendments to the design required? • If the CCTU is still able to manage the trial UCL CTU Launch 12 July 2012
Post Funding Once the grant has been awarded, the CCTU will : • Apply for sponsorship from, and negotiate IMP agreements, contracts and site agreements with, the JRO. • Recruit staff to support the Trial as detailed in the successful grant application. • Register the Trial on the UKCRC Portfolio of studies. UCL CTU Launch 12 July 2012
Post Funding (cont.d) • Write the Trial protocol that is compliant with the regulations, CCTU SOPs and policies. • Submit an IRAS application for Ethics, Clinical Trial Authorisations and NHS Permissions. • Write project plans, risk assessments, CRFs and monitoring plans. • Construct a Trial Master File (TMF) • Programme and fully test the database UCL CTU Launch 12 July 2012
Post Funding (cont.d) • With the CI, engage and organise meetings of the Trial Management Group (TMG), Trial Steering Committee (TSC) and the Independent Data Monitoring Committee (IDMC) • Train the site(s) on trial protocols, conduct, data capture and GCP • Work with pharmacy and suppliers to manage drug supply UCL CTU Launch 12 July 2012
Post Funding (cont.d) • Write TSC / IDMC reports on your behalf • Set up and manage system for recording and reporting any safety events • Complete update reports for funding body and REC • Monitor and audit with reports and corrective action plans as agreed UCL CTU Launch 12 July 2012
Post Funding (cont.d) The CCTU will also: • Manage Trial close out • Analyse and report the Trial • Manage the archiving of the trial materials • Work with you on the resulting publication from the Trial UCL CTU Launch 12 July 2012