The Infectious Disease Clinical Research NetwOrk With National Repository (iCROWN) is a clinical research infrastructure initiative that promotes the integrated operation of a national repository and a network of medical institutions during non-outbreak periods. This framework enables the rapid collection of clinical data and biological samples during infectious disease emergencies, supporting the research and development of therapeutics, vaccines, and other medical products.
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The Infectious Disease Clinical Research NetwOrk With National Repository (iCROWN) is a clinical research infrastructure initiative that promotes the integrated operation of a national repository and a network of medical institutions during non-outbreak periods. This framework enables the rapid collection of clinical data and biological samples during infectious disease emergencies, supporting the research and development of therapeutics, vaccines, and other medical products.
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The iCROWN Newsletter provides regular updates on the latest developments within the nationwide iCROWN network, as well as information on the research use of repository resources.
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The Infectious Disease Information Website is an official website operated by the Japan Institute for Health Security. It provides information about infectious disease outbreaks both in Japan and internationally.
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On April 1, 2025, the National Institute of Infectious Diseases and the National Center for Global Health and Medicine merged to form the Japan Institute for Health Security.