The DCC supports the activities of FARE and the FCN sites by providing:
- Central IRB services
- Assistance in design, approval, and implementation of FCN study protocols; development of Manuals of Operations and data collection methodologies
- Analytical and biostatistical expertise for conducting a portfolio of epidemiological studies, laboratory studies, and clinical trials conducted by FARE and FCN sites
- Support for site monitoring and site training
- Clinical data management systems that are fully 21 CFR Part 11 compliant