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I have been asked to post the following to the list - please direct all enquiries to Gail Green ([log in to unmask]) Research Methods for Clinical Trials 29th June, 30th June, 1st July 2004 Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit University of Birmingham Background There is a need to train existing and potential clinical researchers in the design, management, analysis and interpretation of randomised clinical trials. The Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit has established a course in research methods for clinical trials which is designed to help researchers apply the most effective practical methods to answer key problems in clinical and other health care. Curriculum The course will consist of a series of talks and workshops that will concentrate on the practicalities of developing and running a randomised clinical trial. Subjects covered include: Choosing the question: systematic reviews and meta-analysis Trial design: large simple trials and other designs Statistical considerations in trial design Choice of Outcome Measures Protocol development Practical procedures for running a trial Computerised trial management Critical appraisal of published work Quality of life studies Health economics Research Governance considerations Funding and research costs Reporting Results Who should attend The course is designed to appeal to a broad audience ranging from those who have little experience in clinical trials to those who wish to widen their knowledge of the conduct of such trials. Attendance would be appropriate for: Clinical researchers who are planning or running a clinical trial. Medical staff involved in clinical trials who are interested in expanding their knowledge. Statisticians/trial administrators/ research nurses/ others who wish to expand their knowledge of clinical trial methodology. Faculty Richard Gray (Course Organiser), Professor of Medical Statistics & Director, University of Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit Gail Green, (Course Organiser), Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit Stirling Bryan, Health Economics Facility, University of Birmingham Carol Courtney, Nursing Research Co-ordinator, Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit Jane Daniels, Trial Coordinator, Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit Nick Hilken, Computer Scientist, Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit Robert Hills, Senior Statistician, Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit Natalie Ives, Senior Statistician, Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit Khalid Khan, Senior Lecturer, Birmingham Women's Hospital Howard Shaw, R&D Director, Coventry & Walsgrave Rebecca Stowe, Information Scientist, Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit Keith Wheatley, Director, Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit The Venue Staff House is situated on the main university campus within easy walking distance from University station. There is a frequent train service between New Street and University stations. There is limited parking around the University Campus, so if you are coming by car please let us know and we will arrange car parking passes for you. Overnight accommodation at a reasonable price is available on request. Cost Researchers from academic and NHS centres will be charged £320 for the 3 day course, which will cover registration, course materials, teas, coffees, lunches and the conference dinner. Enquiries to: Gail Green, Course Organiser, Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit, University of Birmingham, Park Grange, 1 Somerset Road, Edgbaston, B15 2RR. Tel: 0121 687 2310, Fax: 0121 687 2313, Email: [log in to unmask]