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COVID-19 impacts on CTSI operations

CTSI continues to serve the research community, but has temporarily transitioned to virtual research support. We are doing this to adhere to University of Minnesota guidance surrounding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.CTSI…
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CRSC continues evolving the University's clinical research infrastructure

As the Clinical Research Support Center (CRSC) approaches its one year anniversary in September, it remains committed to identifying the appropriate experts and functional groups to support researchers and study teams as they navigate and…
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CTSI recognizes the work of clinical research professionals, researchers through Clinical Trials Day

The first documented clinical trial took place May 20, 1747 aboard the HMS Salisbury, a 50-gun ship in charge of patrolling the English Channel. Scottish physician and the ship’s appointed surgeon, James Lind, tested a theory about why…
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Clinical Research Support Center opening marks beginning of exciting journey

More than 100 visitors attended the Clinical Research Support Center Open House to help celebrate the new center’s grand opening Sept. 4 despite the rain. Attendees networked with colleagues, enjoyed refreshments, and learned more about…
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Sept. 4 marks opening of new center designed to facilitate a more collaborative U of M clinical research process

The Clinical Research Support Center, a partnership among the University of Minnesota’s primary clinical research service groups, is slated to officially open its doors Sept. 4 to help U of M investigators and study teams more efficiently…
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Streamlining the study path: How comprehensive CTSI support poised a U researcher for success

When Susan Everson-Rose, PhD, MPH, had an idea that could help heart attack survivors, she turned to CTSI for support making the jump from concept to pilot study to major grant application.

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…

CTSI hires Clinical Research Manager for Department of Psychiatry clinical research

CTSI has hired Mahrya Johnson, CCRP, CPT, as the new Clinical Research Manager for the Department of Psychiatry as part of its responsibilities for the department’s clinical research involving human participants.Previously, Mahrya worked…
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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…
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Department of Dermatology Engages CTSI to Provide Ongoing Support for Its Researchers

The Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) offers comprehensive services and support for planning, implementing, conducting, and analyzing studies. CTSI provides this kind of clinical research support to investigators as well…