Welcome to the
Investigator Studies Program
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Welcome to MISP
The company Investigator Studies Program (MISP) aims to advance science and improve patient care by supporting, through the provision of drug/vaccine and/or total/partial funding, high-quality research that is initiated, designed, implemented, and sponsored by external investigators. Results will be generated and properly disseminated in peer-reviewed publications.
Explore areas of interest
View the full list of areas of interest (AOIs) and compounds that are actively accepting submissions.
Review critical activities and timelines
Check the submission requirements, deadlines, and committee review dates.
Get resources
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MISP
Is open to
Is open to all academic and community-based physicians and researchers worldwide who are interested in conducting their own research.
Variety of committees
Consists of committees of medical and scientific staff from different therapeutic areas who meet regularly to review the investigator initiated study proposals.
Support proposal detail
Supports proposals based on scientific merit and alignment with the published areas of interest. Information related to areas of interest and requirements for submission can be found by clicking on the appropriate link for your therapeutic area. Submission of a proposal does not imply or guarantee approval. All proposals will be reviewed based on research merit criteria. Financial and/or product support is contingent upon full execution by both parties of the research agreement.
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