Target Trial Emulation & Real-World Evidence: A Practical Short Course
An interactive, hands-on online workshop to learn and apply target trial emulation and real-world evidence methods
Target Trial Emulation & Real-World Evidence: A Practical Short Course
Virtual Workshop from June 9–12 and June 15–18, 2026
About the Course
Synchronous, practical online short course focused on trial emulation and real-world evidence (RWE). The program integrates lectures, hands-on computer labs, and discussion-based journal clubs, enabling participants to learn and apply core concepts such as target trial emulation, bias and confounding control, and the use of external comparator groups, with the opportunity to earn a certificate of completion from a globally recognized academic center.
Director
Charles E. Leonard, PharmD, MSCE, MPH, FISPE
Associate Professor of Epidemiology
Hosted by University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine’s
Center for Real-World Effectiveness and Safety of Therapeutics (CREST)
When & Where
Virtual, via Zoom on June 9–12 and June 15–18, 2026 (8 consecutive business days for 3 hours/day plus a 15-minute break).
Who Can Register?
Individuals interested in target trial emulation and RWE, including students, researchers, clinicians, regulators, and industry professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of topical epidemiologic methods.
Registration is Open!
| Registration Period | General Registrants | World Bank Registrants | Penn/CHOP faculty rate | Penn/CHOP student and postdoc rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (after April 15) | $2,000 | $550 | $1,400 | $1,000 |
- World Bank Registration is for residents of a lower-middle income or low-income country.
Learn more about World Bank classifications here - Prework: Enrollees will receive instructions for how to download and access R on a PC or Mac
- University credit is not awarded, and transcripts are not provided.
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Contact Info:
General Inquiries/Questions:
Charles Leonard celeonar@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Registration Questions:
Adrianne Sanogo asanogo@pennmedicine.upenn.edu