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Working Groups Hot Topics

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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.

Data Transparency Winter Event 2024

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The PHUSE Data Transparency Winter Event will take place from 6–8 February 2024. TheData Transparency Event offers you the chance to gain knowledge and experience from a wide data transparency community, allowing you to come together with expects from a variety of companies and backgrounds.


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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)

During this virtual event, presentations will be delivered across the three days in bitesize chunks from 15:00-17:30 (GMT). There will also be a panel discussion and Q&A session focused on the day's themes. To view the agenda and full event information, visit the event page

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Real World Evidence Community Forum Series: RWD Quality Challenges – Different Perspectives


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

Registration for the RWE Community Forum is open!

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Real World EvidenceWorking Group is hosting their third Community Forum of the year! This forum will looking at '

s webinar series will be continuing into 2024. The next webinar RWD Quality Challenges – Different Perspectives will take place on 18 January 14:00–15:00 (GMT) 09:00–10:00 (EST). This webinar will be on the topic of Real World Data Quality challenges, looking at different perspectives from Dr Cheryl Grandinetti from the FDA and Kris Wenzel from MMS Holdings. 

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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Optimizing the Use of Data Standards: Dataset-JSON as Alternative Transport Format for Regulatory Submissions Webinar 

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The Dataset-JSON as Alternative Transport Format for Regulatory Submissions project

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group is hosting a webinar on 1 February 15:00-16:00 (GMT) 10:00-11:00 (EDT) to give a mid project status and update on the progress across the four work-streams, there will also be an interactive Q&A session to give you an opportunity to raise any questions and provide feedback.

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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.

Deliverables Calling for Feedback


The Adverse Event Collection Recommendations project within the Safety Analytics Working Group, has

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Adverse Event Collection Instructions, with a focus on Phase 2-4 clinical trials. The team are calling for your feedback!

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 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

Please provide your comments by emailing workinggroups@phuse.global. Closing date for comments: 14 February.

Optimizing the Use of Data Standards Working Group, Implementation of Estimands (ICH E9 (R1)) using Data Standards has produced a White Paper, which is now out for public review. This paper provides recommendations to facilitate the implementation of the estimands framework introduced by the ICH E9(R1) within the data flow, promoting alignment across the industry. These consist of best practices for using existing standards and extensions to data standards where applicable and are illustrated by examples, in scope where an impact assessment on Data Collection (CDASH), Data Tabulation (SDTM), Data Analysis (ADaM) and the Data Reviewers Guides (cSDRG and ADRG).

White Paper and Appendix (please note, there might be some visual issues with some of the tables, these will be corrected during the final editing stages for publication). Closing date: 17 January.

Please share any comments and thoughts via email, at workinggroups@phuse.global. Feedback will be shared with the project team to help them develop the final White Paper.

Volunteer Opportunities

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The Safety Analytics Working Group is looking for members to join their Education project!

Planning and interpreting clinical trial safety analyses demands scientific expertise that is often missing in educational curricula. The Safety Analytics field is dynamic and evolving, requiring continual learning. All the roles (for example, medical, statistics, writers) that collaborate on ongoing safety reviews, clinical study reports and integrated submission documents can improve their planning, content, execution, and communication of clinical trial safety analyses. Improving Safety Analytics education will lead to better content, implementation, and understanding of clinical trial safety analyses. Additionally, when stakeholders are educated, less time is needed for aligning on analysis plans and data interpretations. If you are interested in volunteering or want to know more about this project email workingroups@phuse.global.

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, click here, read the Welcome Pack or email workinggroups@phuse.global

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, 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 brought to you by industry professionals