CCR Scholarly Activity Support Division
The Scholarly Activity Support Division focuses on the development of faculty directed, investigator initiated clinical research by:
Assisting investigators with research design, development, and regulatory support including:
- Protocol development
- Grant development, preparation, and submission
- Completion of Investigational New Drugs (IND)/Investigational Device Exemption Applications (IDE)Safety monitoring
- Clinical study registration
- Helping provide a career development pathway for clinical research faculty
Specific services include clinical research education, training and career development.

National recognition. Regional impact.
“This recognition confirms what we at SIU have always known: that world-class research is happening right here in central and southern Illinois.” – Dr. Jerry Kruse