The Edinburgh Clinical Trial Pathways is a collaborative framework of partners to streamline the development and execution of clinical trials in Edinburgh. The clinical trial pathway at the University of Edinburgh facilitates the development of new medical treatments and interventions, supported by the College's robust clinical research infrastructure. This process ensures that each stage of the trial, from initial investigation to final assessments, adheres to strict ethical and scientific standards, enabling our world-class clinical research portfolio. Edinburgh Clinical Trial Pathway Academic and Clinical Central Office for Research and Development (ACCORD) ACCORD is a joint research office between the University of Edinburgh and NHS Lothian, combining strengths to support clinical research studies. The joint office supports every stage of clinical research, from navigating research approvals to ensuring regulatory compliance and best practice, and provides streamlined access to expert advice, regulatory support, and state-of-the-art research infrastructure.ACCORD website Edinburgh Clinical Trials Unit (ECTU) The Edinburgh Clinical Trials Unit (ECTU), guided by the University of Edinburgh's Clinical Trials Strategy and overall Research Strategies, focuses on its core expertise to develop, design, and deliver world-class clinical trials. ECTU offers comprehensive support through all stages of a clinical trial, from planning to delivery and reporting, and also provides assistance for other types of research designs. Edinburgh Clinical Trials Unit website Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility (CRF) The Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility offers advanced, state-of-the-art facilities to support multidisciplinary clinical research.Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility website Edinburgh Research Office (ERO) The Edinburgh Research Office provides support with pre-award costings and approvals, and post-award financial management. Edinburgh Research Office website College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine (CMVM) The College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine Research Office supports the College's research community, including the clinical trial pathway. The Research Office helps coordinate the Clinical Trials Oversight Group (CTOG).CMVM Research Office website This article was published on 2025-09-19
