Clinical Trial and Research Unit - University of Wollongong

What is the CTRU?

The Clinical Trial and Research Unit (CTRU) supports UOW investigator initiated studies. We support a range of research including:

Blood and other biospecimen sampling from human donors for use in animal or in vitro models, or other ex vivo studies.
Observational, cross-sectional or cohort studies where clinical data and/or biospecimens are collected from participants who have not been assigned to a specific intervention or treatment.
Clinical trials involving an interventional study where participants are assigned to a treatment, intervention, or test to determine the effect on health or behavioural outcomes. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines a clinical trial as:
‘Any research study that prospectively assigns human participants or groups of humans to one or more health-related interventions to evaluate the effects on health outcomes.’

Medical consultation room with a bed and a desk with two chair. Colourful patterns appear on the wall.

Exercise bikes, treadmills and other excise equipment placed in area with windows and a grey floor.

Facilities and equipment
CTRU services
Researchers key resources

Clinical examination rooms
- Automated blood pressure monitors, scales, stadiometers, measuring tapes

Commercial Kitchen
- Fridge, freezer and pantry storage, food preparation

Movement Laboratory
- Treadmill, exercise bikes and weights

Blood Collection Clinic
Blood Processing Laboratory
- Biosafety Cabinet
- Benchtop temperature-controlled centrifuge
- Freezer and refrigerator

Ultra-low temperature sample storage
Limited participant parking (subject to availability)
DEXA body composition and bone density scans

The CTRU supports blood collection activities for Investigator Initiated trials including phlebotomy services and procuring blood collection consumables.

The CTRU facilitates the booking of clinical spaces and equipment.

Contact the Clinical Trial and Research Unit

smah-clinicaltrials@uow.edu.au