Clinical Trials Administrator Archives – February 1, 2007
February 1, 2007
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Component analysis is latest model for IRB review process, particularly with kids
A movement slowly gaining ground in North America suggests an alternative way to assess the risks and benefits of human subjects research, particularly when studies involve children. -
WHO network and standards for existing trial registries
Fifty-two health ministers met in Mexico in May, 2005, at the 58th World Health Assembly and decided to establish a network of clinical trial registries and a single search portal. -
On-line journal provides industry with open access
A relative newcomer to the world of journal publishing is working on improving human subjects and other research through greater transparency and easier access to results both the positive and the negative. -
WHO's international clinical trials registration data set
The World Health Organization's International Clinical Trial Registry Platform has created a list of 20 items necessary for the registration of a clinical trial. These items are as follows: -
Improve communication using these techniques
Clinical trial sites could improve staff's informed consent communication skills through the use of role playing and using trained actors or others skilled in this type of exercise to portray potential research participants, an expert suggests. -
Avoid common mistakes when dealing with the IRB
Investigators often fail to see the connection between their research and the human subjects review process.