Investigator Network for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Therapy in Ireland
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Welcome to the INITIative Network
INITIative is the first collaborative research network for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) research in Ireland. This network is open to clinical and scientific investigators with an interest in Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis throughout the island of Ireland.
Goals of the Network
IBD Research in Ireland
To foster collaboration and promote multi-centre investigator-initiated studies in Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis in Ireland
Global Research Collaboration
To foster European and global collaboration in IBD research and improve IBD related research taking place in Ireland
Clinical Trials
To attract and facilitate industry-sponsored clinical trials for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis in Ireland in order to improve access for patients in Ireland to investigational drugs and therapies
Participation
To facilitate participation by Irish IBD investigators in European research consortia and networks
Investment
To attract funding for an investment in research infrastructure to support research in Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis in Ireland