### Question
Can you define what sponsor means?


### Answer
**Sponsor** is defined as the following in *21 CFR § 310.3*:

> the person or agency who assumes responsibility for an investigation of a new drug, including responsibility for compliance with applicable provisions of the act and regulations. 

#### Citation:
  - *21 CFR § 310.3*
  - Heading: **PART 300—GENERAL > PART 310—NEW DRUGS > Subpart A—General Provisions > CHAPTER I—FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (CONTINUED)**

