1.

Record Nr.

UNINA9911018808403321

Autore

Ellenberg Susan Smith

Titolo

Data monitoring committees in clinical trials : a practical perspective / / Susan S. Ellenberg, Thomas R. Fleming, David L. DeMets

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Chichester ; ; Hoboken, NJ, : Wiley, c2002

ISBN

9786610269990

9781280269998

1280269995

9780470322284

0470322284

9780470854150

0470854154

9780470854167

0470854162

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (209 p.)

Collana

Statistics in practice

Altri autori (Persone)

FlemingThomas R

DeMetsDavid L. <1944->

Disciplina

610/.72/4

615.190072

Soggetti

Clinical trials

Medical ethics committees

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Data Monitoring Committees in Clinical Trials A Practical Perspective; Contents; Preface; 1 Introduction; 1.1 Motivation; 1.2 History of data monitoring committees in government-sponsored trials; 1.3 Data monitoring committees in trials sponsored by the pharmaceutical industry; 1.4 Statistical methods for interim monitoring; 1.5 When are data monitoring committees needed?; 1.6 Where we are today; 1.7 Fundamental principles of data monitoring; References; 2 Responsibilities of the data monitoring committee and motivating illustrations; 2.1 Fundamental charges

2.2 Specific tasks of the data monitoring committee 2.2.1 Initial review; 2.2.1.1 Review of the study protocol; 2.2.1.2 Review of procedures to



ensure quality of study conduct; 2.2.2 Evaluating the quality of ongoing study conduct; 2.2.3 Assessing safety and efficacy data; 2.2.3.1 Termination due to favorable benefit-to-risk; 2.2.3.2 Termination due to unfavorable benefit-to-risk; 2.2.3.3 Termination due to inability to answer trial questions; 2.2.3.4 Continuation of ongoing clinical trials; 2.2.3.5 Consideration of the overall picture: primary and secondary analyses

2.2.3.6 Modifying sample sizes based on ongoing assessment of event rates 2.2.4 Reviewing the final results; 2.3 The data monitoring committee charter; References; 3 Composition of a data monitoring committee; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Required areas of expertise; 3.3 Other relevant characteristics of committee members; 3.4 Committee size; 3.5 Selecting the committee chair; 3.6 Responsibility for appointing committee members; 3.7 Representation of other study components on the committee; 3.8 Preparation for service on a committee; References

4 Independence of the data monitoring committee: avoiding conflicts of interest 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Rationale for independence; 4.3 Financial independence; 4.3.1 Sponsors; 4.3.2 Academic investigators; 4.4 Intellectual independence; 4.5 Emotional conflicts; 4.6 Individuals without conflicts; References; 5 Confidentiality issues relating to the data monitoring committee; 5.1 Rationale; 5.2 Limits of confidentiality; 5.2.1 Interim analysis reports; 5.2.2 Access to aggregate data on efficacy and safety outcomes; 5.2.3 The steering committee and maintaining confidentiality

5.2.4 Settings and procedures allowing broader unblinding 5.2.5 Some illustrations of broader unblinding; 5.2.6 Indirect challenges to confidentiality; 5.3 The need for the data monitoring committee to review unblinded data; References; 6 Data monitoring committee meetings; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Specific objectives and timing of meetings; 6.2.1 Organizational meeting; 6.2.2 Early safety/trial integrity reviews; 6.2.3 Formal interim efficacy analyses; 6.2.4 End-of-trial debriefing; 6.3 Preparation of meeting reports; 6.4 Format for meetings; 6.4.1 The closed session; 6.4.2 The open session

6.4.3 The final closed session

Sommario/riassunto

There has been substantial growth in the use of data monitoring committees in recent years, by both government agencies and the pharmaceutical industry. This growth has been brought about by increasing recognition of the value of such committees in safeguarding trial participants as well as protecting trial integrity and the validity of conclusions. This very timely book describes the operation of data monitoring committees, and provides an authoritative guide to their establishment, purpose and responsibilities.* Provides a practical overview of data monitoring in clinical trials.*



2.

Record Nr.

UNINA9911018791303321

Autore

Lee Robert T. H

Titolo

Timing solutions for swing traders : successful trading using technical analysis and financial astrology / / Robert T.H. Lee, Peter A. Tryde

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Singapore, : John Wiley & Sons Singapore Pte. Ltd., c2012

ISBN

9786613808493

9781119199045

1119199042

9781282165199

1282165194

9781118339183

1118339185

Edizione

[1st edition]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (210 p.)

Collana

Wiley trading

Altri autori (Persone)

TrydePeter A

Disciplina

332.645

338.9/27

338.927

Soggetti

Stocks

Speculation

Technical analysis (Investment analysis)

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Timing Solutions for Swing Traders: Successful Trading Using Technical Analysis and Financial Astrology; Contents; Foreword; Preface; Disclaimer; Chapter 1: Be Prepared; Fundamental and Technical Analysis; Conclusion; Chapter 2: Let's Get Started; Patterns; Volume; Price Momentum; Price and Moving Averages; Combining the Four Dimensions; Beyond Technical Analysis; Financial Astrology; Keeping Count; Conclusion; Chapter 3: Essential Patterns; Open; High; Low; Close; Candlestick Patterns; Divergence Patterns; Diagonal Patterns; Patterns Continued; ""M"" and ""W"" Patterns

Head and Shoulders PatternsRectangle Patterns; Saucer Patterns; AB=CD Patterns; Gaps; Conclusion; Chapter 4: Elliott Waves; Wave 1; Wave 2; Wave 3; Wave 4; Wave 5; Extended Waves; Three-Wave



Structures; Corrective 3-3-5 Patterns; Flats; Irregular Flats; Corrective 5-3-5 Patterns; Zigzags; Complex Corrections; Triangles; Rule of Alternation; Fibonacci Retracement and Projection; Application of Elliott Wave Analysis; Conclusion; Appendix: Ratios and Wave Relationship; Chapter 5: Volume; Basic Volume Plots; Reading Volume; Money-Flow Indicator; Deciphering Trend with Volume; Conclusion

Chapter 6: Key IndicatorsMomentum Oscillator; Queuing Theory of Moving Average Crossovers (QMAC); MACD; Average Direction Index; Protective Stops; Conclusion; Chapter 7: Applied Systems; Catching That Trend; Built-In Color Trend Indicator; Supporting Moving Averages; Trade on Daily Signals; Trading with Ichimoku; Conclusion; Chapter 8: Formulating Your Trading Plan; Determining Your Time Frame; Selecting Stocks; Risk Management; Determine Entry Points; Determine Exit Strategies; Reality Check; Chapter 9: Financial Astrology; Using Lunar Cycles in Trading; How to Pick Winning Stocks

Choosing the Best Periods for TradingMarket Projection; Conclusion; Appendix 1: Ruling Planets of the Natural Horoscope; Appendix 2: Effects of Various Aspects; Appendix 3: Characteristics of the Twelve Zodiac Signs; Appendix 4: Formulas in MetaStock Format*; Momentum Timing Oscillator as Used in Figure 2.3; Volume Zone Oscillator as Referred to in Figure 2.10 and Figure 5.8; Volume Ratio Compressed Indicator as Referred to in Figure 5.3; Moving Average Line with Upper and Lower Mirror Lines as Referred to in Figure 7.8; Mid-Term Period Moving Average Lines as Referred to in Figure 2.5

GlossaryAstrological Terms; Bibliography; Suggested Reading; Astrological Books; Charting Software Programs; Astrology Software Programs; Financial Astrology Software Programs; Other Resources; About the Authors; Index

Sommario/riassunto

A unique new approach to trading based on financial analysis and financial astrology Timing Solutions for Swing Traders: Successful Trading Using Technical Analysis and Financial Astrology is a remarkable new book that introduces a revolutionary approach to non-day trading that combines the four basic dimensions of trend analysis-price patterns, volume, price momentum, and price moving averages-with a little financial astrology. Focusing on the essentials of technical analysis, the book is filled with examples of reliable indicators and formulas that traders can use to help dev