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Avoidable research waste in dermatology: what are the solutions?
1Centre of Evidence Based Dermatology, Population and Lifespan Division, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2UH, UK.
The British Journal of Dermatology
|April 4, 2022
Summary
This editorial addresses research waste in dermatology, proposing systemic solutions for clinical trials. It builds on examples from the Centre of Evidence-Based Dermatology (CEBD) to improve research efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Clinical Trials
- Evidence-Based Medicine
Background:
- Previous editorial identified systemic failures causing research waste in dermatology.
- This piece focuses on actionable solutions, particularly for clinical trials.
Discussion:
- Proposes solutions to mitigate research waste in dermatological studies.
- Highlights the importance of systemic improvements over individual accountability.
- Draws on practical examples from the Centre of Evidence-Based Dermatology (CEBD).
Key Insights:
- Research waste in dermatology is a systemic issue.
- Clinical trial design and execution are key areas for improvement.
- Evidence-based practices can reduce inefficiencies.
Outlook:
- Implementing systemic changes can enhance the quality and efficiency of dermatological research.
- Further collaboration and adoption of best practices are encouraged.
- Aims to foster more impactful and less wasteful research in dermatology.
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