Definitions for "Co-investigator"
An individual involved with the principal investigator in the scientific development or execution of a project. The co-investigator may be employed by, or be affiliated with, the applicant/grantee organization or another organization participating in the project under a consortium agreement. A co-investigator typically devotes a specified percentage of time to the project and is considered "key personnel." The designation of a co-investigator, if applicable, does not affect the principal investigator's roles and responsibilities as specified in this policy statement.
the scientist or scholar who collaborates with the principal investigator in the design and/or conduct of a research project.
an individual recognized by the Institute and the Principal Investigator as someone making a significant contribution to a project