CCRM: methods and evidence status ↗

02.04 / Scientific foundations

Explainable output

The final stage presents findings from individual analysis, evidence mapping and contextual modelling in a traceable rationale for expert review.

From principle to practice

01

Separate observation, inference and hypothesis

A measured interaction, a model-derived pathway effect and a clinical outcome are different claims. An evidence record should identify the exact claim, experimental system, endpoint, source and limitations. The interactive cards below are fictional examples of record structure, not research findings.

02

Keep evidence strength multidimensional

Evaluate study design, risk of bias, replication, exposure relevance and applicability to the intended population. Cell experiments cannot establish benefit in humans; a clinical study in one population may not generalize to another. A single numerical confidence score can hide these differences.

03

Expose uncertainty and contradictions

Show missing inputs, uncertain parameters and conflicting evidence. Model explanations describe why a calculation produced an output; they do not prove the underlying biology is causal. Alternative mechanisms and sensitivity analyses should accompany the rationale.

04

Define a validation and review boundary

Predictive models require clearly defined outcomes, evaluation data, calibration and discrimination reporting, and assessment of generalizability. TRIPOD+AI supports transparent reporting; adherence is not a certificate of clinical validity. Compound-related outputs require interaction checks and expert review before any real-world use. [1, 2]

Explore the mechanism

Educational example · no patient data

Fictional record · no actual study result

Example claim
A target responds in an experimental cell system.
Evidence needed
Assay protocol, controls, replication and measured exposure.
What this cannot establish
Patient benefit, achievable tissue exposure or safety.

Interpretation boundary

The example records are synthetic, do not endorse any compound and are separate from CCRM’s operational records and validation documentation.

Scientific references

  1. Collins et al. · TRIPOD+AI · BMJ (2024), 385:e078378 ↗
  2. National Cancer Institute · Cancer therapy interactions with foods and dietary supplements (PDQ) ↗

References support the methods described, not the validation or performance of Curetanics. Source titles are shown in their original language.

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