Clinical Trial & Research Network Kick-Start Grant
This grant funds planning for a unified clinical trial research network in Pennsylvania, focusing on data sharing, streamlined multicenter trials, and collaborative governance among research institutions.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
Due Dates: June 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000,000 (single award; planning phase only)
Summary: Supports planning for a unified clinical trial research network across Pennsylvania, emphasizing data sharing, streamlined multicenter trials, and governance structure.
Key Information: Application must include a coalition of partners; only one award will be made.
Description
This grant, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) in partnership with the Office of Transformation & Opportunity, aims to catalyze the creation of a coordinated clinical research infrastructure within Pennsylvania. The program supports the planning phase for a Clinical Trial & Research Network (CTRN), focusing on reducing the cost, time, and complexity of conducting clinical trials statewide. Key objectives include fostering collaboration among Academic Medical Centers (AMCs) and eligible partners to align on clinical data sharing, streamline multicenter trials, and establish an effective governance structure. The initiative is intended to position Pennsylvania as a leader in efficient, inclusive, and innovative clinical research, benefiting patients, health care institutions, and the broader life sciences ecosystem.
