FAQ

  • Methodological advice on study design, implementation and analysis
  • Support with the re-use of data and biological samples
  • Advice on study design, sample size planning and endpoints
  • Support with feasibility enquiries
  • Advice on ethical, regulatory and governance aspects
  • Involvement of specialist expertise (e.g. clinical epidemiology, patient-reported outcomes, data science, paediatrics or external real-world data)
  • Free initial consultation for all researchers at NUM
  • Should you wish to make use of further services, these are subject to a charge
  • We’d be happy to discuss your requirements and the potential costs with you
  • Initial contact via a central point of contact ( info@mb.netzwerk-universitaetsmedizin.de)
  • Processing of the enquiry via the ticketing system
  • Advice provided as required, either in writing via email or in a face-to-face consultation
  • For complex enquiries, coordination of input from several experts
  • Please provide as clear and specific a description as possible of your enquiry
  • Description of the project objective and current project status
  • Specification of the support required
  • Project name, if available
  • Project phase, e.g. planning, before/after application, before/after data use
  • Description of the research question or the need for advice
  • Existing documentation, e .g. study outline or concept
  • Depending on individual requirements and the scope of the enquiry
  • Processing time ranging from a brief written reply to several consultation meetings
  • Initial response or allocation within 1–3 working days
  • In the event of unclear enquiries, we will contact you for further details within 1–3 working days
  • For new projects, a prompt proposal for a meeting date
  • For more complex enquiries, we’ll coordinate with several experts