OVERVIEW

Clinical Trials Curriculum is organized by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS).

Activity Description:
This series of e-Learning modules will cover general methodology and processes for conducting clinical trials.

Learning Objectives:
Upon completing Getting Started With Study Design, participants should be able to:
• Differentiate between the different types of study design methodologies.
• Distinguish between industry and investigator-initiated trials.
• Identify and describe the different phases of trials.
• Highlight the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Upon completing Funding, participants should be able to:
• Differentiate between the different types of grants.
• Understand the application process to apply for a federal grant.
• Highlight the importance of a protocol budget.

Upon completing Study Outcomes, participants should be able to:
• Differentiate pathologic endpoints measured by clinical trials.
• Translate between oncologic and survival outcomes.
• Identify the use of biomarkers in clinical trial design.

Upon completing Statistical Considerations, participants should be able to:
• Highlight the different types of design groups.
• Differentiate between the different types of randomization.
• Understand the importance of blinding.