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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…
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…
CTSI recognizes three University professors for outstanding mentorship
At the CTSI Poster Session and Reception on Sept. 27, CTSI bestowed awards to outstanding research mentors: Mentor of the Year: Dr. Christine WendtBiostatistical Mentor of the Year: Dr. Kyle RudserJunior Mentor of the Year: Dr. Lisa…
Nine CTSI-supported research projects receive travel awards
The Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) recognized nine researchers for having outstanding posters and presentations at the annual CTSI Poster Session and Reception held January 20 at McNamara Alumni Center.Judges evaluated…
Dr. Lynn Eberly Named Inaugural CTSI Biostatistician Mentor of the Year
At the CTSI Poster Session on Jan. 20, CTSI honored University of Minnesota Associate Professor Lynn Eberly, MS, PhD, with the first CTSI Biostatistician Mentor of the Year Award, which recognizes outstanding biostatistical mentors.
Dr. Cloyd Named 2015 CTSI Mentor of the Year
CTSI will honor James Cloyd III, PharmD, with its 2015 Mentor of the Year Award on Jan. 20, 2016 during its Annual Scholar Poster Session and Reception at the McNamara Alumni Center. Dr.
Dr. Rebecca Shlafer Recognized With CTSI's Outstanding Junior Mentor Award
On Thursday evening, CTSI honored Rebecca Shlafer, PhD, with the second annual Outstanding Junior Mentor award (shown above: Laurel Davis, a mentee of Dr. Shlafer, accepts the award on her behalf).
The award recognizes exceptional…
From Undergrad to Global Health Researcher: A CTSI Scholar's Translational Path
When Sudip Bhandari began the CTSI Undergraduate Research Program (URP), he had an interest in public health research, but virtually no research experience.
Two years later and only one year out of college, he’s been published in a peer-…
CTSI Scholar Presents Research on Capitol Hill
Undergraduate student Jamie Morrissette had an experience that many researchers can only dream of: presenting her research to legislators on Capitol Hill.
Morrissette represented the state of Minnesota at the annual Posters on the Hill…
CTSI Names 2014 Mentor of the Year and Outstanding Junior Mentor
Last evening at the CTSI Poster Session and Reception, CTSI recognized Kelvin O. Lim, MD, with the third annual Mentor of the Year Award, as well as Alicia Allen, PhD, with the Outstanding Junior Mentor Award, a new award that recognizes…