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UMN showcases continuous improvement and award-winning feasibility review at national conference
Last month, Nicole Tosun, MS, CCRP, gave a presentation on a continuous process improvement approach at the national annual Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) conference. The annual SOCRA conference, held in Chicago this year…
Initial Investigational New Drug (IND) application checklist for UMN sponsor-investigators
In this post, we outline what University of Minnesota sponsor-investigators need to submit in their initial Investigational New Drug (IND) application to the FDA.
CHAT Sessions: Conversations that strengthen research
Planning research in partnership with communities opens the door to meaningful insights and real-world impact — but it also requires careful thought, collaboration, and cultural understanding from the start.
That’s where CHAT Sessions…
Unraveling the pain-alcohol connection — at the fair
Associate Professor Jeff Boissoneault, PhD, pulled in CRSC experts for a study on alcohol and pain that was conducted at the Minnesota State Fair, and featured in a Minnesota Star Tribune article.
Two new stories highlight StudyFinder’s impact across Minnesota
Two recent stories show how the StudyFinder website and kiosk are helping more Minnesotans connect with clinical research opportunities.
Tips for developing a data-only protocol
A well-written protocol is crucial to the success of any research study — this includes data-only studies that exclusively use existing data and involve no participant interaction.In this article, we’re sharing practical tips to help you…
CTSI leadership retirement and transition
The Clinical and Translational Science Institute extends best wishes to Daniel Weisdorf, MD, who has recently retired from the University of Minnesota after a distinguished career as an outstanding researcher, physician, teacher, mentor,…
How to develop UMN research protocols
A well-developed protocol is essential for successfully executing a research study.When developing a study protocol, investigators are tasked with describing every aspect of their study and providing just the right level of detail and…
Scott Horsfall named program director of Biorepository and Laboratory Services
Scott Horsfall, MBA, CT (ASCP), has joined CTSI as the program director for Biorepository and Laboratory Services (BLS), bringing a wealth of experience and expertise in clinical administration and laboratory management.
CTSI receives $53.9 million to advance health research
The University of Minnesota’s Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) recently received $53.9 million in National Institutes of Health funding to find better, faster ways to bring scientific advances to real-world use. The…