Target Trial EmulationResearch Database

Comprehensive database of target trial emulation studies comparing observational estimates with randomized controlled trial results. Explore methodology trends, concordance analyses, and more.

TTE Studies
PICO Comparisons
Methodological Papers
Year Range

Methodology & Transparency Tracking

We track key methodological features and transparency indicators across all studies to help understand best practices in target trial emulation research.

DAG Usage
of studies use directed acyclic graphs
Quantitative Bias Analysis
of studies include QBA
Protocol Registration
have registered protocols
Code Sharing
share analysis code

Why Target Trial Emulation?

  • Provides a framework for designing observational studies that mimic randomized trials
  • Helps identify and address potential biases in real-world evidence studies
  • Enables comparison of observational estimates with RCT results for validation
  • Supports regulatory decision-making with high-quality real-world evidence

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