Basic research involves experiments and studies that occur in a laboratory setting. Clinical Trials, on the other hand, partner with patients and donors to advance knowledge about treatments for various conditions and diseases. Versiti Blood Research Institute conducts many clinical trials and is leading the way in the discovery, diagnosis and treatment of patients. 

Areas of clinical research studies include:

• Bleeding and clotting disorders
• Sickle cell disease
• Transfusion medicine
• Blood donor studies

 Contract research services of the CTRO include:

• Trial design, activation, coordination, implementation and management
• Data collection and management
• Adverse event monitoring and reporting
• Preparation of regulatory documents and submissions
• Regulatory support and compliance monitoring
• Development of trial budgets
• Contract negotiations
• Invoicing and revenue tracking
• IRB support sample collection, processing and management