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Research Methods 101: Other Types of Randomized Controlled Trials
In our series on research methods, we've touched on randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and one type of RCT, the pragmatic clinical trial. But there are several other types of RCTs that can be useful…
Research Methods 101: Pragmatic Clinical Trials
Earlier this month we wrote about randomized controlled trials and observational studies and the pros and cons of each for answering research questions. According to Dr. Marc Berger, executive vice…
Research Methods 101: Meta-Analyses
This post is part of NPC's series on research methods.
Three Perspectives on the Impact of Comparative Effectiveness Research on Decision Making
In a special supplement to the May 2012 Journal of Managed Care Pharmacy, National Pharmaceutical Council Chief Science Officer Robert W. Dubois, MD, PhD, takes a closer look at comparative…
Research Methods 101: Observational Studies
This post is part of NPC's series on research methods.
Research Methods 101: Randomized Controlled Trials
Later this month, the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) will be releasing a draft of its methodology report, which will set the groundwork for the standards and types of research…
Why Research Methods Matter
You’ve heard the phrase "garbage in, garbage out." The same adage holds true for research: use garbage methods, and you’ll have garbage results. And with the billions of dollars in public and private…
Observational Studies May "Trouble Scientists," But They Are a Necessary Tool
ICYMI, the Wall Street Journal today ran an interesting and lengthy article, "Analytical Trend Troubles Scientists," which outlines the challenges with the design, conduct and analysis of…