The DCRF has been responsible for the advisory process since July 1, 2016. The procedure for submitting an advisory request for non-WMO-required sponsored pharmaceutical research is as follows:

  1. Create a research project in the Research Portal.
  2. Then, complete the ABR form in the Research Portal (in Dutch or English).
  3. Attach all relevant documents.
  4. Select the advisory committee of your preference and submit the research.
  5. Your application will be checked for completeness and, if complete, forwarded to a non-WMO advisory committee.
  6. The non-WMO advisory committee evaluates the research. The Keuringsraad (nwmo@dcrfonline.nl) is always included as a Cc holder.
  7. If there are any questions, uncertainties, or insufficient justification, the non-WMO advisory committee will notify via email about the areas that need attention to meet the eligibility requirements for the research.
  8. The applicant must submit responses to the questions, modifications to the ABR form, and any revised or additional documents via the Research Portal.
  9. The applicant will receive the final advice and the invoice.

The evaluation of a new application costs €3250 (excl. VAT).