Investigator Initiated Studies & Research

Get to Know Wellspect Supported Investigator Initiated Studies (IIS) Programme

The main purpose of the IIS Programme to increase and stimulate external research into products, therapies and clinical management, coordinated by healthcare professionals with support from Wellspect.

The external researcher is responsible for the conduct of the study, i.e. acting as the study sponsor.

Processing of your application

After submitting your proposal together with a detailed budget, the Wellspect Clinical Specialist will confirm receipt of the application for Wellspect support from the IIS programme. Should the application be incomplete or unclear, a request for additional information will be sent to you within two weeks.

Within an additional six weeks your application will be reviewed by the Wellspect Clinical Research Planning Board, consisting of people with diverse expertise in Wellspect medical devices. The Board will jointly decide whether to approve, reject or ask for additional information regarding your application.

In case of the approval of your application, a written agreement between you, your Institution and Wellspect will be established to regulate the collaboration.

We make sure to always treat an idea with respect and integrity. Your clinical research proposal is in good hands.