The CCIR provides assistance required to setup and implement imaging studies. Services include guidance and expert advice in the early phase of protocol development and design. In addition, the center will provide the necessary orientation and training for using the resources, databases and software programs. The prestudy services include:

• Protocol development and design
• Assistance with preparation and filing of IRB documents
• Budget preparation
• Grant preparation assistance, e.g. budget justification, resources and environment, CCIR personnel bio-sketches, letters of collaboration ... etc.
• Order inventory needs for project
• Establish a basic QC process for a research study.
• Evaluate and/or help test data analysis solutions.
• Training on the research information management and information systems.