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What is a core outcome set?

The Core Outcome Set / COMET plain language summary

This summary explains what outcomes are and the problems with using different outcomes in research. It also explains what core outcomes sets are, including how they are developed, and it sets out what the COMET Initiative is trying to achieve.

You can download the Summary here.


The Core Outcome Set video

This animation explains why core outcome sets are needed, what they are and how they are developed. You can watch the video here.

You can view a subtitled version of the video (in multiple languages) here.


What is a Delphi study?

The Delphi Process plain language summary

This summary explains what outcomes and consensus processes are and what happens in a Delphi process. You can download the Summary here.

What is the nominal group technique?

The Nominal Group Technique plain language summary

This explains what outcomes and consensus processes are and describes what the Nominal Group Technique is. You can download the Summary here.