Sponsor
The organisation responsible for the study overall.
Learning
What it means
The sponsor initiates and takes responsibility for the study. It may be a company, a university, a hospital, or a government body.
Why it matters if you take part
The sponsor usually funds the study and holds the data. Knowing who it is tells you who is asking the question and who benefits from the answer.
Related terms
This explains how clinical research works. It is not medical advice and does not describe any specific condition or treatment. Only a trial site can determine whether someone can take part in a study.