Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
The course aim is to understand the principles in the conduct of early-phase versus large clinical trials and the requirements for successful translation of preclinical research: traditional and novel trial designs, endpoints, statistical challenges, regulatory and funding challenges, structure of translational teams and knowledge translation will be discussed. The syllabus includes a mix of short lectures, debate sessions, one-on-one and group discussions, along with student presentations on topical research oriented questions. This course will support graduate students to be effective translators of discovery and knowledge. Prerequisite: Mandatory for graduate students enrolled in MSc in Medicine -Translational Medicine; consent of Department.