Clinical Translational Research Services (CTRS)
We're dedicated to improving the quality and efficiency of research.
CTSI's Clinical Translational Research Services team does this by serving University of Minnesota teams, and pursuing innovative ways to improve the clinical research process.
Serving investigators and study teams
In addition, we work closely with other groups from CTSI and the University that serve researchers. Researchers receive this expert support through the Clinical Research Support Center.
Contributing to the national CTSA network
We contribute to and collaborate with the Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) consortium through:
Expanding recruitment opportunities to accelerate accrual
StudyFinder gives Minnesotans an easier way to find clinical trials and other health research studies at the University of Minnesota.
Training investigators and study staff
Through high-quality training, our Translational Workforce Development (TWD) team aims to improve the efficiency, quality, and ethics of research. We have training programs and continuing education opportunities for:
- Research coordinators
- Research nurses
- PIs
- Project managers
- Regulatory experts
- Other study team members involved in health research
Impact: Clinical Research Support Center
Pilot grant awardees
Our since-retired CTRS Pilot Funding Program has helped a wide range of University of Minnesota faculty prepare and implement prospective clinical pilot studies.
2022
2022
Meredith Gunlicks-Stoessel, PhD, LP | $50,000
Medical School, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Project title: A pilot study of a parenting intervention for parents of adolescents with non-suicidal self-injury
Alexander Khoruts, MD | $50,000
Medical School, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
Project title: Dietary optimization of microbiome recovery following fecal microbiota transplantation
2021
2021
Anne Blaes, MD | $50,000
Medical School, Division of Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation
Project title: Use of topical cannabinoids for treatment of aromatase inhibitor-associated musculoskeletal syndrome (AIMSS) in women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer (CanAroma): A pilot and feasibility study
Amy Gross, PhD, LP, BCBA | $50,000
Medical School, Department of Pediatrics
Project title: Piloting a family-based intervention of time restricted eating to treat obesity
2020
2020
Sarah Hoffman, PhD | $50,000
School of Nursing, Population Health and Systems Cooperative
Project title: A family-based mindfulness-based intervention to address intergenerational trauma in war-affected families
Stephanie Misono, MD, MPH | $50,000
Medical School, Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
Project title: Vibrotactile stimulation of the larynx to treat unexplained chronic cough
2019
2019
Amy Krentzman, PhD | $75,000
School of Social Work, College of Education and Human Development
Project title: A Randomized Control Trial to Test Feasibility, Acceptability, and Impact of a Novel Behavioral Intervention (Positive Peer Journaling, PPJ) to Support Recovery From Addiction
Ann Van de Winckel, PhD, MSPT, PT | $75,000
Medical School, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
Project title: Feasibility of identifying brain mechanisms of Qigong and behavioral outcomes after Qigong practice in people with chronic low back pain
2018
2018
Kathryn Cullen, MD | $75,000
Associate Professor and Division Chief, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Department of Psychiatry
Project title: Mindful Breathing and Neuromodulation for Depression in Young People
Armin Rashidi, MD, PhD | $75,000
Assistant Professor, Division of Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation, Department of Medicine
Project title: A pilot study of activated charcoal in healthy volunteers
Contact
[email protected]
612-625-4000