This proposal is for continuing the inpatient, outpatient and scatterbed activities of the General ClinicalResearch Center for adults and children at Shands Hospital of the J. Hillis Miller Health Center at theUniversity of Florida. The GCRC is organized to enhance communications and collaboration in clinicalinvestigative work among health scientists carrying out studies on the unit. These include faculty andtrainees in medicine, pediatrics, clinical psychology, obstetrics and gynecology, surgery, anesthesiology,pharmacy and nutrition. Research-oriented nursing, biostatistical and dietary staff assist in developingdetailed protocols and assure adherence to them. The Program Director, Associate and Assistant Directorsand the Advisory Committee help young investigators develop clinical research proposals and basicinvestigative skills. Extensive core laboratory support is available to facilitate research involving massspectroscopy and genetics.The GCRC enjoys the continuing strong commitment from the administrative leadership of the HealthScience Center. This is reflected in continuing College of MEdicine support for innovative training programs,administrative, and informatics assistance and site renovation. These improvements have enabled theGCRC to remain the focal point of clinical investigation at the University of Florida.
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