Clinical Trials Administrator Archives – May 1, 2008
May 1, 2008
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Research site collaboration builds efficient database for CR sites
Electronic data capture (EDC) systems are supposed to make data collection and analysis easier and more accurate for clinical research (CR) teams. But often CR coordinators and investigators find the systems to be counterintuitive, inflexible, and difficult to navigate. -
StarBRITE offers quick answers and support
Call it a one-stop clinical research shop. An intranet web site, called StarBRITE, developed at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, gives clinical research (CR) coordinators, investigators, and other research staff immediate access to clinical trials support information. -
Workshop series gives research coordinators professional updates
Research coordinators come from such a wide variety of backgrounds and experience that it can challenge institutions to meet everyone's educational needs. -
Compliance Corner: Here are tips on staying compliant with Medicare reimbursement rules
Clinical trials administrators and investigators should make certain their processes and practices clearly assign research health care services to the correct payer, an expert advises. -
Military clinical trials pose unique challenges in subject recruitment
Imagine recruiting for a clinical trial when a big portion of your potential volunteers might be sent to the other side of the world half-way through a study. -
Best Practices Spotlight: Informed consent process pays close attention to details, habits
When a research institution is trying to stay compliant and keep track of the voluminous paperwork filed during the clinical trial process, it helps to use logs and checklists that capture each small detail.