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CTSI connects U of M clinical researchers into national cohort discovery data sharing network
University of Minnesota clinical researchers and study teams can now query nearly 40 million patient records through the Accrual to Clinical Trials (ACT) Network for discovery, exploration, and validation of patient cohorts for…
CTSI hosts international health leaders through U.S. State Department program
Earlier this year, CTSI hosted a brief visit by six Russian scientists and senior health administrators through the Russian Sister Cities Build Healthier Communities program.
The program aims to build effective partnerships with academic…
CTSI receives $42.6 million to expand U of M health research impact
The University of Minnesota’s Clinical and Translational Science Institute recently received more than $42.6 million in renewed National Institutes of Health funding through the Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) program that…
CTSI hires Clinical Research Support Center Manager to oversee operations, performance
The Clinical and Translational Science Institute recently hired Jessie Oslowski, B.A., to lead the University of Minnesota’s Clinical Research Support Center (CRSC).
StudyFinder tool continues national expansion enabling public to explore studies at academic research institutions
University of Texas Southwestern has become the third research institution to adopt StudyFinder, a CTSI-created tool that gives the public an easier way to find university research opportunities currently enrolling and connect with study…
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…
Three U professors receive CTSI awards for exceptional research mentorship
Last night, CTSI honored the following individuals with Mentor of the Year Awards:
CTSI hires new Clinical Trials Financial Services Director
Kathy Quandt, MBA, recently became Director of CTSI’s Clinical Trials Financial Services (CTFS) team.
In this role, Kathy will manage and oversee the CTFS team, which provides financial management throughout the life of a trial, from pre…
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…
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…