Advancing Multi-Site Clinical Research
The Trial Innovation Network (TIN) is a national collaborative network that brings together expertise and resources from across the NIH Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program. The TIN supports multi-site clinical research through operational innovation, excellence, and collaboration.
As a CTSA hub, Duke connects investigators with the national TIN and its resources, services, and educational opportunities.
Ready to engage with the TIN?
If you are familiar with the TIN and know you would like to engage the network, visit the national TIN website to learn about available resources and the proposal process.
Visit the Trial Innovation Network
Not sure where to start?
If you're considering a multi-site study or aren't sure whether the TIN is the right resource, schedule a consultation with the Duke TIN Liaison to discuss your project and potential next steps.
Schedule a Duke TIN Consultation
How Can the Trial Innovation Network Help?
The TIN provides investigators with access to national expertise, resources, and consultation to support the development and conduct of multi-site research.
Resources and services include:
- Study design, budget, and feasibility consultation
- Multi-site study planning and startup resources
- Single IRB support, resources, and tools
- Standard agreements
- Recruitment and retention strategy and feasibility
- EHR-based cohort assessment to inform study design and site selection
- Community engagement resources
- Tools and approaches to improve clinical trial effectiveness
Explore TIN Resources and Services
Training and Educational Resources
The TIN also offers training, webinars, and educational resources for investigators and research teams involved in multi-site clinical research.
Multicenter Clinical Trial Management Training
The Training Program for Multicenter Clinical Trial Management is designed for principal investigators and project managers transitioning from managing a single study site to leading an interventional multicenter clinical trial. Topics include trial planning and budgeting, site startup, monitoring and quality assurance, DSMB management, recruitment and retention, single IRB coordination, and multicenter site management.
Learn About the Multicenter Clinical Trial Management Training Program
Additional TIN Resources
Explore additional educational opportunities and practical resources available through the national TIN:
Duke Trial Innovation Network Contacts
Marissa Stroo
Duke TIN Liaison
Senior Staff Director - Duke Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI)
Aparna Swaminathan
Duke TIN PI
Assistant Professor of Medicine – Department of Medicine, Member of the Duke Clinical Research Institute (DCRI)
Have questions or aren't sure where to begin? Schedule a consultation to discuss your study and whether TIN resources may be appropriate.