Common Data Models in Clinical Research

In clinical research, data models are essential for organizing, storing, and analyzing complex healthcare data. Effective data modeling ensures accurate data integration, facilitates efficient data analysis, and enhances data sharing across different systems and studies.   Let’s explore some of the most commonly used data models in clinical research and their applications.   1. CDISC… Continue reading Common Data Models in Clinical Research

Innovative study design in clinical research

Clinical trials bridge the gap between preclinical studies and marketed products, with a primary goal of determining safety and efficacy. Over the years, clinical trial protocols have significantly developed in term of design and execution. Innovation in clinical trials design has resulted in the increase of the adoption of innovative design types such as adaptive,… Continue reading Innovative study design in clinical research

Standards of clinical research and reporting

Selecting the appropriate study design is crucial for the effective execution of clinical research. Researchers can choose from a variety of study designs within two main categories: observational and interventional studies. Each design offers unique strengths and weaknesses, and understanding these limitations is essential for drawing accurate conclusions. Observational study designs, also called epidemiological study… Continue reading Standards of clinical research and reporting

Unlocking Athletic Potential: Harnessing Wearable Data for Enhancing Performance

Over the years, endurance athletes have undergone extensive transformations. In the last decade we have witnessed a fast growing exercising population, which uses wearables and other devices to gather an incredible volumes of data for monitoring their training and performance. This includes recording speed, distance, heart rate, accelerations, power, blood glucose, sweat rates, among other… Continue reading Unlocking Athletic Potential: Harnessing Wearable Data for Enhancing Performance

Is the Rise of E-Patients Transforming Real-World Evidence?

The landscape of healthcare is evolving and the advancement of technology has transformed significantly the role of patients. In the era of digital health and with the advent of electronic health records (EHRs), wearable devices, health apps, and online patient communities, individuals are more empowered and engaged in their healthcare than ever before. These empowered… Continue reading Is the Rise of E-Patients Transforming Real-World Evidence?