The principal clinical investigator
Example: The principal clinical investigator reviewed all patient data carefully.
Definition
"The principal clinical investigator" refers to the lead researcher responsible for the overall conduct, management, and integrity of a clinical trial or medical study, ensuring compliance with protocols and safeguarding participant welfare.
Translations
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el investigador clínico principal -
de hoofdonderzoeker -
el investigador clínic principal -
le chercheur clinique principal -
der leitende Klinische Prüfer
Etymology
The phrase "the principal clinical investigator" combines 'principal,' from Latin 'principalis' meaning 'first or chief,' with 'clinical,' derived from Greek 'klinein' meaning 'to lean,' relating to bedside or medical practice, and 'investigator,' from Latin 'investigare' meaning 'to trace or search out.' Together, it denotes the chief medical researcher leading an investigation.
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"The principal clinical investigator" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (C1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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