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1 Research Study Protocol Template (For clinical trials) Instructions This protocol template is a tool to facilitate the development of a research study protocol specifically designed for the investigator initiated studies.It contains sample text to assist investigators in answering the questions reviewer may have. Research Study Protocol Template (For clinical trials) Instructions This protocol template is a tool to facilitate the development of a research study protocol specifically designed for the investigator initiated studies. It contains sample text to assist investigators in answering the questions reviewer may have.
Researchers design clinical trials to answer specific research questions related to a medical product. 1  These trials follow a specific study plan, called a protocol, that is developed by the researcher or manufacturer. Before a clinical trial begins, researchers review prior information about the drug to develop research questions and objectives.