Joining a U.S. Cooperative Group

What are the advantages of joining a U.S. cooperative group?

• Access to academic clinical trials conducted by that group
• Access to phase III trials conducted by other NCI-sponsored groups that are on the NCI's Clinical Trials Support Unit (CTSU) menu
• Experience in prospective clinical trials that meet the standards of quality established by the International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) for drug licensing trials
• Opportunity to attend group meetings and propose ideas for future clinical trials.

What are the requirements for participation in a U.S. Cooperative Group?

The requirements for joining a U.S. Cooperative Group are explained in the Planning Clinical Trials and Navigating Regulatory Requirements section of this website.