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NCCAM Clinical Research Toolbox

Data and Safety Monitoring (DSM) Plan

NCCAM is responsible for overseeing the data and safety monitoring (DSM) of the clinical research it supports and has developed guidelines to assist grant applicants in developing DSM plans, in accordance with NIH requirements. The purpose of the DSM plan is to ensure the safety of participants in clinical studies and the security/integrity of collected data.

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