From Protocol to Publication: A Practical Course in Clinical Research
From Protocol to Publication: A Practical Course in Clinical Research
Course Leadership:
- Writing Methodology Course: How to Produce High-Quality Research Papers
- Basics of Clinical Research and Biostatistics
Arrivals and registration
Welcome dinner
Welcome
Workshop: Developing a research protocol based on real clinical cases
Coffee break
Critical Analysis: Discuss published studies with an in-depth review of the methods used
Lunch
Hands-on Statistical Training: Practical exercises using statistical software
Coffee break
Publication Strategies: Discussion on journal selection, submission processes, and responding to reviewer comments
End of the day
Dinner
Peer Review Simulation: Evaluation of research articles with a structured review process
Coffee break
Data Analysis: Examination of clinical datasets and interpretation of statistical results
Lunch
Interactive Presentation: Preparation and presentation of a study protocol with structured feedback
Final Conclusions and Wrap-Up: Summary of key learning points and Q&A session
End of the course
Dario Gregori
University of Padoa, Unit of Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Public Health, Padova, IT
Isabelle Opitz
University Hospital Zurich, Dept. of Thoracic Surgery, Zurich, CH
Kleida Mati
American Hospital, Oncology Dept., Tirane, AL
Luca Bertolaccini
IEO - European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Thoracic Surgery Dpt., Milan, IT
Massimo Di Maio
University of Turin, Director of Medical Unit, Turin, IT
Congratulations to:
Iolanda Augustin (RO), Andrew Dooley (UK), Hadeer Raafat Gad (EG), Imene Hadji (DZ), Hawro Hamza (IQ), Marie Le Moine (FR), Filip Markovic (RS), Passant Negm (EG), Sara Parola (IT), Sofia Ramalho (PT)
To have qualified for this opportunity!
How to take part in the course
Complete both online courses listed above by 19 January 2026. To qualify for this opportunity, you must successfully complete the learning tests and evaluations for each course. The 10 ESO College members with the highest scores across both courses will be selected.
- Free registration
- Accommodation
- Meals according to the programme
Contacts - Organising Secretariat
Alice Ciocchini - aciocchini@eso.net
