General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)
Attention: The GCRC has updated the fee schedule as of June 14, 2019.
Please see our Fee Schedule page for further details.
The General Clinical Research Center (GCRC) is the cornerstone for clinical research within the University of Maryland. The GCRC supports the full spectrum of patient-oriented research.
The GCRC is available to all University of Maryland investigators who have a need for Center resources and who will conduct clinical research of scientific merit. Studies funded by federal sources, foundations, industry and other sources are welcome. The GCRC welcomes pilot studies that may lead to future peer-reviewed clinical research.
The GCRC can provide investigators with the resources they need to conduct clinical research, including and the facilities for inpatient and outpatient data collection and patient care, as well as a state-of-the-art DEXA Facility.
Meeting Dates & Application Deadlines
The GCRC Advisory Committee (GAC) meets the third Tuesday of each month. The deadline for submission of applications is two weeks before the meeting.
2019 GAC Meetings
| GAC Meeting | Application Submission Deadline |
|---|---|
| January 15 | January 2 |
| February 29 | February 5 |
| March 19 | March 5 |
| April 16 | April 2 |
| May 21 | May 7 |
| June 18 | June 4 |
| July 16 | July 2 |
| August 20 | August 2 |
| September 17 | September 3 |
| October 15 | October 1 |
| November 19 | November 5 |
| December 17 |
December 3 |
Studies Recruiting Research Participants
Many studies recruiting participants have a link to ClinicalTrials.gov that provides study and eligibility information and contact numbers.