There's a two-step process to conduct research in the CCSS that includes 1) an Application of Intent (AOI) to conduct research in the CCSS and 2) completion of an Analysis Concept Proposal for review by the CCSS Publications Committee. Both steps are necessary to obtain approval.
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Study Design Process
Process Overview
Research Idea
Review questionnaires, data, biospecimen inventory, and related studies.
Application of Intent (AOI)
The Executive Committee will review the Application and assign a Working Group
Analysis Concept Proposal (Existing Data)
Develop Analysis Concept Proposal
Review and approval by the Research Publications Committee
Statistical Center/Analytical Queue
Ancillary Study (Collect New Data or Propose Intervention Study)
Develop Ancillary Study Proposal
Review and approval by the Executive Committee
Grant Proposal
Prepare and submit grant proposal for project funding