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Generation of Comprehensive Thoracic Oncology Database - Tool for Translational Research
Published on: January 22, 2011
Advancing translational science through biostatistics, epidemiology, and research design consultations: A
Gaurav Rajgopal1, Nicole Llewellyn1, John Hanfelt2
1Georgia Clinical & Translational Science Alliance, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Abstract:
A multi-perspective evaluation of a Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Research Design (BERD) program was conducted within an NIH Clinical and Translational Science Awards hub. The program provides individual and group consultations, an educational forum event, and pilot and conference grants. Surveys from consultants and consultees following 62 BERD consultations spanning one year across four institutions assessed satisfaction, effectiveness, and expectations. Respondents expressed strong satisfaction, intent to recommend consultations, and many noted that the support strengthened their study design and grant preparation. Consultants highlighted the need for additional BERD resources to strengthen pre-consultations guidance, sustained follow-up, and mentoring for early-career investigators.
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