Investigator Initiated Research

In addition to sponsoring its own research and research collaborations, Lilly has programs for considering external requests for Lilly provision of study drug and/or financial support for Investigator Initiated Research that is initiated, designed and sponsored by external researchers. Lilly considers such requests for support of Investigator Initiated Research projects based on scientific merit and strategic fit with Lilly’s areas of research interest. These reviews are carried out by global committees comprised of Lilly medical and scientific staff members from relevant therapeutic areas.

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The Concept to Trial Process
  • Concept

    A simple description of the study idea in 1,000 characters or less. If in scope, the concept will move to the proposal stage.

  • Proposal

    Once deemed in scope, submit a proposal with more details about the proposed research.

  • Protocol

    For clinical studies, provide all study details.

  • Study Readiness

    Activities such as contracting, budgeting, ethics review, and drug shipping.

  • Active Trial

    The study is executed according to the protocol and contract.

Submit a Concept

After submitting your initial concept in the form below,
Lilly will review the concept and get back to you within 10 business days.

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