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PHUSE collaborations are organised into a number of specialist Working Groups, each with a broad topic area. The Working Groups have specific projects designed to achieve a set of particular objectives. This page will highlight the latest news and information from our projects. Participation is open to anyone who wants to contribute and if you would like to get involved, please email workinggroups@phuse.global.

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Early Bird Registration

The PHUSE/FDA Computational Science Symposium will return for its 12th year from 18–20 September in Sliver Spring, MD. Register by 30 June to benefit from the PHUSE Early Bird discount. DT Summer Event: Last Chance to Register! 

The Data Transparency (DT) Summer Event is happening this week, 20–22 June and will feature thought provoking presentations from specially selected experts within the data sharing field. Click here to register for all three days. 

New Working Group: Real World Evidence

PHUSE are extremely proud to welcome the eighth PHUSE Working Group; Real World Evidence. The importance of this industry area has become increasingly apparent over recent years and the launch of this Working Group honours that. Working Group leads, Berber Snoeijer and David Hood, are looking forward to kicking off with exciting projects on real-world data sources, code and analysis techniques, and submission requirements. 

To volunteer for one or more projects within the new Real World Evidence Working Group, email workinggroups@phuse.global. 

Safety Analytics Webinar Series: Interdisciplinary Safety Evaluation for Learning and Decision-Making

The Safety Analytics Working Group will be delivering a series of virtual, free to attend webinars over the coming months. The second webinar will be on Overall Safety Assessment – Standard Safety Tables and Figures, taking place on 13 July 15:00-16:30 (BST)Click here to register!

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Designing your RWD Study: Is Your Data Fit For Purpose?


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Open Source – Regulatory Acceptance of Open-Source Submissions

Registration for the Open Source Open Forum is open!

The Open Source Technology in Clinical Data Analysis (OSTCDA) project is hosting their fourth Open Forum: Regulatory Acceptance of Open-Source Submissions, they will be addressing the following questions:

  • Will the FDA accept data and analyses generated with solutions developed and available as open source?
  • Will other regulatory agencies accept data and analyses generated with solutions developed and available as open source?

Come and be a part of our next virtual Open Forum on 12 July at 15:00(BST) 10:00(EDT).

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Understanding the Complete Journey of RWD, from Data Source to Final Analysis 

Registration for the RWE Community Forum is open!

The Real World Evidence Working Group is hosting their third Community Forum of the year! This forum will looking at 'Understanding the Complete Journey of RWD, from Data Source to Final Analysis'. As an industry, we are continuously accumulating experiences in working with real-world data (RWD) sources that collectively yield benefits – from enhanced generalisability of findings to facilitating faster approval timelines. However, these efforts are not without their challenges.

Come and be a part of our next virtual Community Forum on 11 July at 14:00(BST) 9:00(EDT).

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The Dataset-JSON as Alternative Transport Format for Regulatory Submissions project within the Optimizing the Use of Data Standards Working Group, has published a new white paper. A pilot was executed to test the feasibility of using Dataset-JSON as a transport format for study data submitted with regulatory applications. The goal was to demonstrate that Dataset-JSON can serve as a transport file for study data without loss of data and no significant impact to business operations.  

CDISC Dataset-JSON is a modern dataset format designed for data exchange. Many software applications already import and export JSON and in the longer term more significant benefits will emerge as the constraints imposed by XPT are removed. 

Overall, the findings were consistent across industry and the FDA supporting the use of Dataset-JSON as an alternative transport format for XPT v5.  There were several key findings from the pilot and the solutions to these will be implemented in Dataset-JSON v1.1 (due end of 2024). 

PHUSE and CDISC will continue to collaborate with the FDA/PMDA to discuss next steps for regulatory support. FDA/CDER/CBER testing strongly suggests that analytical tools used for regulatory review are updated to take advantage of the metadata and flexibility provided by the Dataset-JSON format. 


The SEND Industry Feedback Surveyproject within the Nonclinical Topics Working Group, has published the 2024 SEND Survey Results. The survey was presented at the PHUSE/FDA Computational Science Symposium (CSS) 2024 and covered topics such as Manual Edits, Implementing SEND, Harmonisation and Next Steps.


The Adverse Event Collection Recommendations project within the Safety Analytics Working Group, has published a new white paper The Adverse Event Collection Recommendations. This white paper provides recommendations for adverse event (AE) collection and associated instructions for Phase II to III clinical trials, building on standardisation efforts by Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium (CDISC) and PHUSE. The primary intent is to reduce the variation in AE collection and instructions to improve the site experience and the quality of the data.


The Quality and Reusability of Real World Data project within the Real World Evidence Working Group, has published two new Blogs! The 'Understanding the Data Quality Issues in Real-World Data Through Real-World Examples', blog takes a closer look at the experiences shared within the dedicated Working Group in exploring the types of data quality hurdles encountered when using Real-World Data (RWD).The 'Considerations for the Use of Real-World Data and Real-World Evidence to Support Regulatory Decision-Making for Drug and Biological Products' blog explores the use of Real-World Evidence (RWE) as a powerful tool for informing regulatory decisions and advancing medical innovation.


The Educate the General Population on Data Privacy and Data Sharing project, within the Data Transparency Working Group has published video 2 of their series. The 'What Will I Receive and When Will I Receive It?The video covers topics such as the concept of consent to participate in a clinical trial, an overview of trial design and treatment procedures to develop a strong foundational understanding of clinical trials. To view the full series of videos created by this team, visit the PHUSE website


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The Real World Evidence Working Group will be hosting a Community Forum on Designing your RWD Study: Is Your Data Fit For Purpose?This Community Forum will take place on 6 July, 14:00–15:00(BST)/09:00–10:00 (EST). Click here to register! 

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Volunteer

The  Emerging Trends & Technologies Working Group are calling for project members to join the new project AI/ML in Digital Health Technologies (DHTs). If you would like to volunteer please email workinggroup@phuse.global.

The Risk Based Monitoring Working Group are actively seeking two new Working Group Leads. If you would like a more in-depth overview, please contact the PHUSE Office at workinggroups@phuse.global. All applications are to be submitted to our Working Groups Director, Chris Price, at chris.price@phuse.global. Closing date for applications is 20 July.

Interested in volunteering?

The Enhanced Risk-based Quality Management (RBQM) Approaches for First-in-Human and/or Small Clinical Trialsa new project within the Risk Based Quality ManagementWorking Group, is now calling for volunteers. This project aims to to discuss and focus on a robust strategy/process and best practices for:

  • Identifying critical items
  • Risk Based data review approaches
  • Risk Based Monitoring approach strategy (tSDV/tSDR)
  • Usage of analytical tools and methods for data review & central monitoring, including limitations on (statistical) methodologies
  • Identification of thresholds or equivalent on limited patient data
  • Targeted medical review
  • Strategy to adequately anticipate on highly dynamic data
  • Establish links with the other work streams on FIH/small studies focus

If you would like to volunteer or learn more about this project, email workinggroups@phuse.global. Closing date: 5 July

Multiple projects within Working Groups are open to join. PHUSE welcomes new members who can apply their knowledge to bring fresh ideas and contribute to the ongoing work of PHUSE projects. For more information, clickhere

 or and volunteer for one

, read the Welcome Pack

. If you would like to become a valued member of PHUSE

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multiple projects,
New Project Idea? 


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Working Groups Report: Includes project updates, recent and upcoming deliverables and future plans for each Working Group.

Monthly Mailings: The monthly newsletter. Here you will find a full update from each month of the year, easily accessible and divided into key areas of PHUSE.

PHUSE Blogs: Fancy a quick read? A blog is a perfect way to catch up on all things Working Groups. Get the lowdown on the latest events from across the globe and stay updated on industry topics brought to you by industry professionals. 


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Initiate and lead a new project under the PHUSE Working Groups umbrella. The new project must address problems of significant relevance to computational science related to drug,

biologic

biological and device development and must meet all of the guidelines for projects within the collaboration, including the following mandatory requirements: 

  • The projects must address significant research issues relevant to Computational Science
  • The project must not attempt to address FDA policy issues
  • There must be at least one Project Lead personally involved in planning and carrying out the project

New projects can be submitted anytime during the year, click here to submit

PHUSE Communications 

Working Groups Report: Includes project updates, recent and upcoming deliverables and the future plans for each Working Group.

Monthly Mailings: The monthly newsletter. Here you will find a full update from each month of the year, easily accessible and divided into key areas of PHUSE.

PHUSE Blogs: Fancy a quick read? A blog is the perfect way to catch up on all things Working Groups. Get the lowdown on the latest events from across the globe and stay updated on industry topics bought to you by industry professionals