OB/GYN Research Network (OGRN)

The OGRN provides a full range of services to support researchers throughout the lifecycle of their projects. This full suite of services helps facilitate both externally and internally funded research, while also a supporting career development for faculty and trainees in the department:

• Pre- and post-award grant management—Assistance with the submission of grant proposals, budget planning, and managing grants once awarded, ensuring compliance throughout the process.
• Pre-award intake—For all grant applications seeking external or internal seed grant support. Click here for the intake form.
• Protocol development—Guidance on creating research protocols that meet regulatory standards, ensuring ethical and scientific standards.
• IRB submission and upkeep—Support in the preparation, submission, and ongoing management of Institutional Review Board (IRB) documentation, ensuring ethical approval and regulatory compliance.
• Compliance expertise—Expert assistance with navigating complex regulatory requirements related to research, including federal, state, and institutional guidelines.
• Clinical research personnel—Access to trained and qualified clinical research staff to help design, implement, and manage clinical studies.
• Data management—Ensuring the proper collection, storage, and analysis of research data, in accordance with best practices and regulatory standards.
• 24/7 study coverage—Round-the-clock support for clinical studies, providing flexibility and ensuring continuous monitoring and management of research activities.
• Requisite laboratory services—Laboratory facilities for processing, storing, and shipping research specimens, ensuring researchers have the resources needed for their experiments.