conduct – The Multi-Regional Clinical Trials Center of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard

conduct conduct

To do a study or procedure.

Example of conduct in a sentence

The study team helps conduct the research.

More Info

Depending on the study, the researcher may conduct a physical exam, survey, or interview to collect data for the research.

Other info to think about when joining a study

The term “conduct” may come up in the consent form you are given when you’re thinking about joining a study. It may mention that the study team is conducting this research or that your participation may help them conduct the research.

A graphic showing an illustrated person on the left with a stethoscope around their neck and holding a clipboard. There are 3 arrows pointing from this person to different scenes showing them conducting research activities. First they are looking at a participant's rash on their back. Second they are taking notes while a participant gets an infusion. And last they are standing next to a CT machine where a participant is getting a scan.

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