Dear DahShu Community,

Our FREE monthly seminars are back and better than ever—with even more exciting developments to share! 

Today, we are excited to unveil a new seminar series from DahShu’s Innovative Design Scientific Working Group (IDSWG). This series will delve into emerging topics in adaptive design implementation for clinical trials, covering a diverse array of methodologies, breakthrough research advancements, and the real-world challenges these designs present. We sincerely hope these seminars will empower our DahShu community to push the boundaries of clinical research and global health.

A Rich History of Education and Innovation

Born in the early 2000s as the Adaptive Design Scientific Working Group (ADSWG) under PHRMA, IDSWG quickly emerged as a trailblazer in adaptive and innovative clinical trial designs. From humble beginnings with monthly phone-based KOL seminars to hosting sessions on the PHUSE platform in 2016, the group has consistently driven forward-thinking research. In May 2023, IDSWG officially joined the DahShu community and continues to deliver engaging seminars featuring leading experts and key opinion leaders from both industry and academia.

What to expect from the IDSWG KOL Monthly Seminar Series

To kick off this exciting chapter, our new seminar series will feature renowned experts to share insights on innovative clinical trial methodologies and adaptive designs. These sessions offer you the chance to:

• Learn from Leaders: Hear from key opinion leaders about the latest advances and challenges in clinical research.
• Engage and Collaborate: Participate in vibrant discussions with peers from around the globe.
• Stay Ahead: Gain the knowledge and tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of your work.

Our New Mission

At DahShu, our mission is evolving. By integrating the pioneering spirit and expertise of IDSWG, we are set to accelerate breakthroughs in drug development and global health. To better serve our Data Science members in DahShu community, our unified mission is to:

• Empower Innovation: Combine cutting-edge data science with advanced statistical designs to transform clinical research.
• Foster Collaboration: Create dynamic platforms for knowledge sharing, method advancement, and cross-disciplinary partnerships.
• Drive Real-World Impact: Equip members with the insights and tools needed to overcome the challenges of today’s evolving clinical landscape.

Our first DahShu-IDSWG seminar:

Date and time: 2/14 11:00-12:00 EST 
Speaker: Larry Gould, Distinguished Scientist, Merck
Title of the talk: Assessing the impact of accelerated approval