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New Regulatory Manager to lead CTSI’s regulatory services and support AHC compliance

The Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) has hired Kelly McCormick, MBA, as Regulatory Manager. In this new role, Kelly will oversee CTSI’s regulatory services and provide guidance and oversight on research compliance for…
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New study card initiative aims to increase visibility of research studies to Clinics and Surgery Center patients

Last week, research study cards became available for patients and visitors of the University of Minnesota Health Clinics and Surgery Center (CSC)—the newest aspect of the CTSI-led effort to integrate research into clinical care at the CSC—…

CTSI enters final stage of TASCS-OnCore transition

This month, CTSI began the final phase of an ongoing, collaborative effort to shift University of Minnesota clinical research studies from the Time and
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How U researchers leveraged internal resources to launch a tech start-up

One of the major challenges faced by technology start-ups is proving the technology can deliver as promised. CoreBiome, an early-stage company offering microbiome analysis services, cleared that hurdle with support from CTSI and several…
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U of M investigators now have a simple, structured way to collect community input to inform their health research

University of Minnesota investigators have an easier way to get feedback from patients, community members, and other stakeholders with the launch of CTSI’s Community Engagement (CE) Studio model. CE Studios are structured guidance…
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CTSI awards funding to advance two early-stage translational research projects

CTSI is excited to announce funding for two early-stage translational research projects through its Translational Grant Program, which focused on rare disease during its 2017 grant cycle.  Congratulations to: Maneesh Bhargava, MD, PhD,…
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CTSI awards more than $9,000 to seven researchers to present at major conferences

The Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) recognized researchers for outstanding posters and presentations at the annual CTSI Poster Session and Reception held September 20.More than 30 research faculty and community judges…
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Four pediatric medical device development projects receive funding through ODAT, PDIC

Four University of Minnesota research projects have received awards to develop pediatric medical devices, thanks to support from two grant programs. The programs’ partners, CTSI’s Office of Discovery and Translation (ODAT), and the …
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Three U professors receive CTSI awards for exceptional research mentorship

Last night, CTSI honored the following individuals with Mentor of the Year Awards:

CTSI launches new research training tool for U of M clinical research professionals working with human participants

CTSI is excited to launch a new web-based training tool for University of Minnesota clinical research professionals who work with human participants, and their supervisors.