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.

iCRPWN

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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