Practical issues in trials: Data management in clinical trials​
​This seminar is the fifth in a series of six seminars organised by the LSHTM Trials Network, addressing the principles and practice of data management in clinical trials.
​Steven Robertson, Senior Data Manager in the LSHTM Clinical Trials Unit, will discuss important points for successful data management, including:
- ​When the data manager should get involved
- ​Choosing the right system
- ​Writing clear and concise forms
- ​Building relationships with collaborators
- ​The importance of communications and language
- ​Why procedures matter.
​Gertrude Mutonyi, Data Manager, and Ayoub Kakande, Head of Data Management and Archives, both at the MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit will then illustrate what good data management looks like in practice using examples from current and recent trials.  ​
​Gertrude’s presentation will emphasise:
- ​Key Trial Documentation relevant to data management
- ​Basic data checks for a Clinical Trial
- ​Training and support on data management procedures
- ​Common data management challenges and how to overcome them.
​Ayoub will touch on:
- ​Database design
- ​Database Testing & roll out
- ​Data security and Privacy
- ​Ethical considerations (GDPR, GCP).
​All are welcome to attend.  There will be an optional 30-minute Q&A session from 2-2.30pm BST once the main seminar ends (this link will be shared during the webinar).
Speakers
- Steven Robertson, Senior Data Manager in the LSHTM Clinical Trials
- ​Gertrude Mutonyi, Data Manager, MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit
- ​Ayoub Kakande, Head of Data Management and Archives, MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit​
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