HeadMinder CRT - What is the CRT?

The CRT is the first tool to enable seamless transition from a research-based test to an evidence-based-medicine protocol. These disease-specific assessments can facilitate patient care, help in titration of medication, and provide objective evidence of improvement or deterioration of central nervous system functioning.

Researchers select from our extensive catalog of performance-based subtests to create a computerized test battery that meets specific research goals and assesses targeted cognitive functions. These online batteries can be administered from any Internet-connected computer and can be adapted to include standard or customized questionnaires pertaining to medical history, quality of life, anxiety/depression, pain, fatigue, or other variables of interest.

HeadMinder neurocognitive tools were designed to employ statistical models for longitudinal data collection on individual patients.

For the Pharmaceutical Industry
HeadMinder can quickly assemble a customized battery of subtests to measure the cognitive effects of pharmaceutical interventions in phase II, III, and IV trials. Based on data gathered in these trials, HeadMinder can design a brief computerized screening tied to the specific intervention, with automated reporting of results for clinical use. The CRT assists with the development of a scientific chain of knowledge that supports and enhances the effective use of a drug from the laboratory to the physician's office.

Why the CRT is Unique

No additional hardware or software required.
Tests are compatible with Microsoft® Windows® operating systems. There is no software to install, and tests are administered using a standard keyboard and, in some cases, a mouse. Other companies' tests require software installation with periodic software updates. Specialized hardware, such as speakers, touch-screens, response pads, etc., is frequently required.

Results are available immediately. Testing at multiple sites may be monitored in real time.
Authorized research coordinators may monitor test recruitment and use across multiple participating sites around the world in real time. Test results are available immediately to authorized individuals.

Time reduced for data collection and analysis.
All data are collected into one centralized database.

Tests may be customized to answer specific research questions.
Researchers can select from an extensive catalog of HeadMinder CRT subtests, all with well-documented validity and reliability characteristics, to create a test battery to meet specific research goals and to assess cognitive functions appropriate for the particular treatment or diagnostic group under investigation.

Quality of Life and other measures seamlessly integrated.
Test batteries can easily be adapted to include standard or customized questionnaires regarding medical history, quality of life, depression, and other pertinent variables, facilitating seamless database assembly.

Handhelds synchronize with the data collection platform.
Researchers and clinicians may gather and integrate data from mental status examinations and bedside questionnaires and assessments on a PalmPilot™ or other handheld and store all records in the HeadMinder CRT data collection platform.

Compliant with 21 CFR Part 11 and HIPAA regulations. HON-certified regarding electronic data security.
Our unique SSL-encrypted, password-protected administrative system meets and exceeds all legal and ethical standards. Customizable access rights allow administrators to assign access to administrative privileges, patient records, and data based on specific research requirements.

Data can be downloaded to SAS or other statistical programs for analysis.
Because the HeadMinder database is always updated automatically, periodic data downloads can be performed cost-effectively.

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PalmPilot is a trademark of Palm, Inc., or its subsidiaries.