Exploring Platform Trials and Master Protocols in Clinical Research

The chapter delves into the concept of platform trials and master protocols in clinical research, emphasizing the need for more efficient testing methods across different diseases and interventions. It discusses the challenges in designing protocols for platform trials, using analogies like stadiums to illustrate the inefficiency of traditional trial methods. The speakers explore the benefits, challenges, and considerations of conducting platform trials, particularly in the context of diverse diseases and interventions.