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Abstract: In 2012, the CTN Web Seminar Series introduced research staff to the use of social media in trials and the tools available in the market. Building on that training, this 60-minute webinar, produced by the National Drug Abuse Treatment Clinical Trials Network (CTN) Clinical Coordinating Center for CTN members and the public, focuses on applying that knowledge and incorporating guidelines for use in clinical trials. Objectives for this webinar include:

• Understanding organizational and IRB guidelines regarding the use of social media in the conduct of research.
• Learning how to use social media tools to recruit, engage, and follow-up with research participants.
• Reviewing what elements to consider when drafting a social media strategy for your research project.
• The target audience is research staff interested in using social media in the conduct of clinical trials.

Presented by Erin L. Winstanley, PhD (University of Cincinnati, OV Node) and Gloria M. Miele, PhD (Columbia University, GNY Node) Additional Resources:

• Download slides (pdf)
• Social Media Resource Guide

Abstract:

This 90-minute webinar, produced by the National Drug Abuse Treatment Clinical Trials Network (CTN) Clinical Coordinating Center for CTN members and the public, discusses social media, an innovative, effective medium to build relationships and remain connected with others. The webinar provides an overview of various social media tools, such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and blogs. Additional guidance will be included regarding how to develop your social media strategies for client engagement and retention, dissemination of research findings, and building your professional network. A social media resource guide, developed by the Research Utilization Committee’s Social Media Workgroup, is also available.

The target audience is CTN members and other researchers and clinicians who are interested in learning more about the use of social media tools in research and clinical practice.

Presented by Meg Brunner, MLIS, and Erin L. Winstanely, PhD.

Additional Resources:

• Social Media Resource Guide, 2012 (CTN RUC) (pdf) | Download slides (pdf)

Abstract:

This 90-minute webinar, produced by the National Drug Abuse Treatment Clinical Trials Network (CTN) Clinical Coordinating Center for CTN members and the public, begins with a “nuts and bolts” demonstration of how to set up a Facebook page and Twitter account for your organization. From there, it moves into discussions of best practices for use of these tools in research and clinical practice, as well as some of the regulatory and privacy issues involved.

The target audience is CTN members and other researchers and clinicians who are interested in learning how to use social media platforms as a research tool, best practices for recruitment and retention in research and clinical practice, and some of the regulatory and privacy issues involved.

Additional Resources:

• Social Media Resource Guide, 2012 (CTN RUC) (pdf)
• Download slides (pdf)

Abstract:

The role of social media tools is rapidly expanding and radically changing the way we communicate with one another. The purpose of this guide is to provide people within the NIDA CTN with a basic understanding of social media and tips for navigation.

While there are many social media tools, this guide is limited to Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and blogs. Whether you choose to engage in social media or only to watch from the sidelines, it is important to be aware of what is already happening. This guide provides descriptions of each medium, as well as practical examples from the CTN and beyond.