Code of Ethics for Investigative Sites

* We place the safety and welfare of our patients and clinical study subjects as our highest priority.

* We uphold the highest scientific standards of objectivity, accuracy and integrity.

* We comply with all laws, regulations and guidelines, as well as Company policies and procedures that govern legal and ethical conduct.

* We conduct clinical studies only if there is no undue cost or risk to the subjects, and only if they benefit the general public.

* We engage in only those research activities for which we are knowledgeable and competent.

* We do not discriminate against any potential subject based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

* We enroll only qualified and properly-consented subjects in clinical studies, in both spirit and practice.

* We do not coerce or unfairly influence people to participate in clinical studies.

* We protect the confidential information of subjects and patients.

* We speak and write the full and accurate truth; we do not improperly withhold information.

* We do not offer or accept improper inducements.

* We avoid conflicts of interest.

* We do not engage in ethically-unclear activities until the ethical questions are resolved.

* We challenge or report unethical conduct to the CEO.

* We work together to understand and resolve ethical issues.