Stichting Toegepast Cardiologisch Onderzoek

Stichting Toegepast Cardiologisch Onderzoek (STCO) is a Dutch non-profit foundation specializing in the management and coordination of clinical cardiovascular research. Based in Zwolle, the organization operates in close partnership with Diagram B.V., a contract research organization (CRO), to facilitate multicenter clinical trials and investigator-initiated studies. STCO focuses on advancing interventional cardiology and improving patient outcomes through rigorous clinical evaluation of new treatments and medical devices. The foundation provides a comprehensive infrastructure for research, including data management, monitoring, and core laboratory services. It maintains strong ties with the Isala Clinics, one of the largest cardiovascular centers in the Netherlands, to support high-quality clinical evidence generation.