The Clinical Research Alliance (CRA)
The Clinical Research Alliance (CRA) is an academic clinical research organization at UNC‑Chapel Hill that coordinates and manages multi‑site clinical trials by bringing together experienced faculty, staff, and established institutional partnerships. The CRA provides a streamlined, single‑partner approach to overseeing collaborators, vendors, subcontractors, and resources, while leveraging specialized expertise in program management, data management, regulatory affairs, contracting, and business development. Through its network of investigators and clinical sites with proven performance, the CRA supports the conduct of rigorous, high‑quality clinical research that transforms discovery into reliable evidence and measurable health outcomes.
Learn more about on the CRA website: https://www.med.unc.edu/unccra/
CRA Informational Webinar
The Clinical Research Alliance (CRA) Informational Webinar provided an overview of the CRA’s mission, structure, and role in supporting innovative, high‑quality clinical research at UNC‑Chapel Hill. Led by Dr. David Peden, Director and Chief Research Officer, and Michael Sledge, Vice President and Chief Business Officer, the session highlighted how the CRA unites leading investigators and expert operations teams to deliver coordinated oversight, resources, and expertise for efficient clinical studies.