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What are the Roles of Sponsors, Sites, CROs, and HCPs?

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Last updated: October 23, 2025

Each group involved in a clinical trial has specific responsibilities:

  • Sponsors: Fund the trial and are responsible for its design and overall management
  • Research Sites: Locations (e.g., hospitals or clinics) where the trial takes place
  • Contract Research Organizations (CROs): Independent companies that help manage and monitor the trial on behalf of the sponsor
  • Healthcare Professionals (HCPs): Doctors, nurses, and specialists who provide care, perform procedures, and ensure participant safety

Together, these groups ensure that the trial runs smoothly, data is accurate, and participants are protected.

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