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Rare Disease Day 2017: How CTSI is advancing a critical area of research
February 28 marks Rare Disease Day, which aims to increase awareness of rare diseases and disorders. While each condition affects a relatively small number of people, there are currently between 6,000 and 7,000 rare diseases according to…
CTSI appoints new Biorepository and Laboratory Services Manager
Cole Drifka, PhD, recently joined CTSI as Biorepository and Laboratory Services (BLS) Manager. In this role, Dr. Drifka will manage and develop a state-of-the-art integrated biorepository to serve the needs of investigators who require …
CTSI helps a potentially life-saving treatment advance closer to clinical trials
A treatment being co-developed by a team of University of Minnesota researchers has a lot going for it: Strong scientific data, a dedicated cross-disciplinary team, and the potential to address an unmet medical need that kills as many as…
CTSI hires fellow to support efforts to advance translational research
CTSI’s Office of Discovery and Translation (ODAT) recently hired Angela Fralish for the newly created ODAT Research Fellow position.
As a fellow, Angela will assess the translational potential of technologies under consideration for ODAT…
University study: Minnesota childcare providers are fostering healthier environments
A University of Minnesota research team found that early childhood care and education providers are making significant strides in ensuring kids eat healthy food and are physically active, although barriers remain.
CTSI revamps junior career development program for URM investigators; welcomes two new scholars
To demonstrate its commitment to building diversity in the University of Minnesota translational workforce pipeline, CTSI’s Research Education, Training, and Career Development (CTSI-Ed) core recently restructured a key research career…
Researchers tap into multiple CTSI programs to drive policy changes
“Our CTSI-supported research project didn’t just inform public policy; it led directly to the creation of new legislation,” says Dr. Rebecca Shlafer.
Fellow U of M faculty member Dr. Katy Kozhimannil adds, “CTSI support formalized our…
Electronic case report forms now available through OnCore
More OnCore clinical trial management system users can now capture visit-level data, thanks to the availability of electronic case report forms (eCRFs) across the Academic Health Center. OnCore eCRFs were previously only available to the…
CTSI research career development program helps U junior investigator secure $1.77 million grant
“The protected time, training, mentorship, and support I received through CTSI’s KL2 Scholars Career Development Program has had a significant impact on my research career. CTSI’s support enabled me to secure an R01 grant to continue my…
Nine CTSI scholars receive awards to present at national or international conferences
The Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) presented travel awards to nine junior investigators for outstanding posters and presentations at its fifth annual CTSI Poster Session and Reception.
At the September 27 event,…