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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.
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…
U-community team mobilizes Minnesota town to tackle substance abuse, with CTSI support
After seeing her rural Minnesota community struggle with a growing heroin and opioid addiction problem, University of Minnesota Assistant Professor Laura Palombi, PharmD, MPH, set out to do something about it.Dr. Palombi – working…
Artificial blood vessels that grow with the recipient developed with CTSI support
University of Minnesota biomedical engineers showed artificial blood vessels implanted in young lambs could grow within the new owner, potentially preventing the need for repeated surgeries in children with congenital heart defects.
School of Nursing studies achieve "best-ever" recruitment results with support from CTSI informatics experts
The clinical data repository managed by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) Informatics Consulting Service (ICS) houses the electronic health records of more than 2.3 million patients for research purposes.
CTSI Pilot Grant Helps Lead to Millions in Funding for University-Children's Research Team
The University of Minnesota’s Clinical and Translational Science Institute is committed to nurturing research collaborations between University investigators and the broader community, such as clinics, nonprofits, and other community…
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…
Star Tribune story features CTSI-funded group's innovative approach for getting pediatric medical devices to markets
Minnesota’s largest newspaper (read by 1.4 million adults every week in print and online) showcased the Pediatric Device Innovation Consortium (PDIC) and its efforts to accelerate the development of new medical technologies for children.