What Universal Alignment Of Industry Terminology Means For Decentralized Research

In late August of this year, the Decentralized Trial & Research Alliance (DTRA) announced the release of a glossary of industry terms and definitions. The DTRA is composed of many notable organizations, prominent DCT thought leaders, and stakeholders dedicated to “accelerating the adoption of patient-focused, decentralized clinical trials and research within life sciences and healthcare through education and research.” This glossary encompasses over 80 commonly-used terms in the decentralized clinical trial (DCT) space. Over the last several years, many DCT stakeholders have attempted to release terminology guides as it relates to their own dealings, however, there had never been a wide range of universalized DCT terms until now.