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Georgia CTSA
Weekly eRoundup
September 13, 2024
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Call for Abstracts - Southeast Regional Clinical and Translational Science Conference
Submit abstracts by November 11 for the 2025 Southeast Regional Clinical and Translational Science Conference , March 5-7, at Callaway Resort and Gardens. This event will feature keynote speaker Michael Kurilla, MD, PhD , Director, Division of Clinical Innovation, NCATS, and cover topics such as Health Equity, Clinical Advances, and AI. Don’t miss this opportunity to present cutting-edge research and network with leaders in the field! View Flyer.
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Elevating Research Trustworthiness: Advancing Trust on Community-Engaged Translational Research
Join us via Zoom on September 24 at 2:00 PM to examine how enhancing credibility and reliability of research through community involvement can significantly impact outcomes. Discover value of asset-based community development and engagement, addressing structural and systemic inequities while involving community members throughout the research process, and strategies to bolster trustworthiness in research design and implementation. View Flyer .
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Funding (* New Opportunities)
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* Environmental Health Research – Due October 4
Apply for Pilot Program in Children’s Environmental Health Research Communication, funded by CHARTER (Center for Children’s Health Assessment, Research Translation, and Combating Environmental Racism). This program supports research on the role of the environment in children's health, with a focus on effectively communicating findings to communities, academia, and healthcare providers. Submit 2-page application. View Form.
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* Research Innovation Support and Enhancement (RISE) – Due November 15
CHARTER at Emory is accepting applications for the 2025 RISE Pilot Program, offering up to $12,000 to support impactful environmental health science research aligned with NIEHS goals. Ideal for early-stage investigators from partner institutions like Spelman and UGA, especially those historically excluded from academic research. Details and application at Emory RISE Pilot Grant Program . View Flyer.
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Assay Guidance Workshop for High-Throughput Screening and Lead Discovery – September 24-25
Join us for a two-day workshop hosted by NCATS Assay Guidance Manual program and Eli Lilly and Company. With 14 talks from experts across government, industry, and academia, you'll delve into critical concepts of assay development, high-throughput screening, and lead discovery. This workshop covers everything from robust assay methods to data analysis and artifact identification, along with emerging technologies like DNA-encoded libraries and 3-D tissue models. Perfect for researchers aiming to develop molecular probes or clinical candidates, this event is free to register and packed with networking opportunities and hands-on training.
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Phlebotomy 101 Training – September 26 & 27
Phlebotomy 101 is a two-day introductory classroom and clinical hands-on training that teaches the techniques of venipuncture. Led by the GCRC nurses, the course is offered to Georgia-CTSA affiliated partners.
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Georgia CTSA KL2 Clinical and Translational Research Career Development Program – Apply by February 3
The goal of the KL2 Program is to support and enhance career development for junior faculty (MD, PhD, MD/PhD, PharmD) committed to a career in clinical and translational research (CTR) and clinical and translational science (CTS). Georgia CTSA is committed to assisting junior faculty at partner institutions to become independent, established, and ethical CTR and CTS investigators. Register for 2-part KL2 Application Workshop on October 17 AND 24.
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Calling All Clinical Research Professionals: Discover the Power of eMPACT!
Are you looking for a free, comprehensive career navigation system that can help you achieve your professional goals in the field of Clinical Translational Science? Introducing eMPACT (Empowering Purposeful Advancement of Careers and Training in the Research Workforce), a dynamic platform designed to promote purposeful training and career advancement for professionals like you.
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Free Online Trainings for Clinical Research Professionals
Georgia CTSA and SC CTSI created an Online Course Catalog with free course and program offerings available to clinical research professionals. Participants earn a certificate or badge with contact hours (continuing education – CE) from an accredited provider upon completion of a course or program (series of courses). Featured Program: Patient-Centered Drug Development and Real-World Evidence/Data Program
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Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Research Design (BERD) Consultation
Georgia CTSA’s BERD program provides free comprehensive biostatistical, epidemiological, and research design support for researchers. Emory: Submit a RAPID Request for a BERD Consult. Georgia Tech: every Monday from 8:30 to 9:30 AM, virtual statistical consulting clinic via Zoom. Register via Google form . MSM: every Friday from 10AM-12PM, virtual statistical consulting clinic via Zoom. Book appointment . UGA: every Tuesday from 11AM-12PM, virtual stat clinic via Zoom. Request a link .
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AI Regulation Blog
Georgia CTSA launched a new blog on Regulatory Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence to stimulate opinion and insights on the ethical and political dimensions of regulating AI models. We welcome future bloggers!
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Patients Needed for Georgia CTSA Recruitment Center's Patient Advisory Panel
The Georgia CTSA Recruitment Center is recruiting patients or care partners who receive care at Emory Healthcare or Grady Hospital to join a Patient Panel. Researchers, care providers, or other faculty and staff can share the flyer linked here with interested patients. This panel will serve as a resource for all CTSA investigators who are looking to gain patient insight about specific aspects of their study, or general research topics. Panel discussion topics could include designing recruitment materials, developing consent language, best practices for research recruitment contact, and more. This Panel will launch during the last week of October and advise clinical researchers and, if necessary, the IRB. Contact Mugisha Niyibizi if you have any questions. View Flyer.
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Georgia CTSA Resources and Support Programs Guide
Are you a research investigator with an appointment at Emory, MSM, Georgia Tech, or UGA? This resource guide is for you! Take a look at the broad range of Georgia CTSA resources and support programs available including consult offerings, clinical/translational research & clinical trials, innovation & entrepreneurship, education & career development, grant writing, funding, collaboration, team science, databases, conferences, and more.
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Call for Content Experts: Georgia CTSA TEAMS Mentoring Program Are you a mid to senior-level faculty member with expertise in academic success? Do you excel in providing feedback, managing a team, grant writing, or creating your personal brand? Eager to serve as an expert for a learning community group? Georgia CTSA’s TEAMS (Translational Education and Mentoring in Science) Program wants you! Attend via Zoom up to three Learning Community or 1:1 meetings and share your expertise. Learn more.
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Georgia CTSA Match
Looking to connect with experts in your field? Join Georgia CTSA Match! The platform encourages meaningful networking and collaboration by pairing researchers based on similar interests. These matches will help you to build networking opportunities acting as a catalyst to spur your research forward. Discover more and Join Now!
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Explore Emory's SOM Innovation Center - September 19
Tour Emory’s School of Medicine Innovation Center on Thursday, September 19 at 4 PM! Discover how our cutting-edge facilities, including 3D Printing/Bioprinting, Micromachining, Lab2Launch, and Extended Reality (XR) applications, support the translation of research into groundbreaking medical innovations. Meet us in the first-floor atrium of HSRB II before 4pm to learn about the resources available for scientist-entrepreneurs. Sign up using the QR code on the flyer! View Flyer.
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Bioentrepreneurship Networking – September 19
Join Emory SOM at HSRB-II, 6th floor, N600, from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, featuring Dr. Haian Fu, Associate Dean for Therapeutic Discovery and Development. Recognized as a "game changer" by Winship Magazine, Dr. Fu will share insights from his journey and the work at the Emory Center for New Medicines. Connect, converse, and collaborate with peers over food provided at the event. RSVP required for attendance. Learn More.
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Emory GenAI Workshop – September 24
Join Healthcare and Life Sciences AWS at Emory for an immersive GenAI Workshop, available both in person and via Zoom from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM. This hands-on workshop focuses on developing generative AI models using AWS tools like SageMaker and Bedrock. Explore real-world AI applications and use cases in healthcare and life sciences, and gain practical skills to implement AI-driven innovations. Bring your laptop for hands-on exercises and deepen your expertise in AI. Questions? Email aws.help@emory.edu .
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SBIR/STTR Grant Writing Workshop - October 2
Looking for startup funding? Considering applying for an SBIR or STTR grant? Join us from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM for a comprehensive Grant Writing Workshop sponsored by the Georgia CTSA and Emory School of Medicine. Learn from experienced academic investigators about crafting a strong proposal, understanding the differences between SBIR/STTR and typical R01 grants, developing commercialization plans, and navigating the submission and review process. Don’t miss out on valuable insights and tips from previous award winners. View Flyer.
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NCI SBIR/STTR Outreach Seminar - October 23
Join us from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at the Marcus Nanotechnology Building, Georgia Tech. This event provides a unique opportunity to learn about funding and commercialization support for scientist entrepreneurs and early-stage startups from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Discover funding opportunities, gain tips for writing competitive SBIR/STTR grant proposals, and explore commercialization resources to bring your cancer-related innovations to market. The seminar will include presentations, a commercialization overview, and 1x1 meetings with NCI program directors. Register by October 16 to secure your spot for the event and for lunch. View Flyer.
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Convert Your Clinical Reference Materials into Engaging Mobile Tools
Are you a healthcare investigator or physician looking to elevate your patient education and clinical reference materials to new heights of effectiveness and engagement? Georgia CTSA’s AppHatchery , your trusted partner in mobile app development, offers a Clinical content digitization service to transform your printed patient education materials and clinical reference guides into captivating interactive digital tools.
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Translational Research to Practice Webinar – September 24
Join Georgia CTSA's Community Engagement Program for Session 3 of the 2024 Translational Research to Practice Webinar Series on September 24 from 2:00-3:30 PM via Zoom. This session will explore the importance of building trust in research through community involvement, addressing systemic inequities, and enhancing research credibility. Featuring Dr. Henry N. Young, UGA; Dr. Phillip Alberti, Association of American Medical Colleges; and Dr. Jeff Lawrence, Sandridge Baptist Church, this event will provide valuable insights into advancing community-engaged research. View Flyer.
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Team Science Skill Series: Managing Conflict Workshop - September 27
Join us via Zoom for the "Managing Conflict" workshop on September 27 from 12-1 PM, part of the Georgia CTSA Team Science Skill Series. Led by Tom O’Neill, PhD, this session will equip you with the strategies to navigate and resolve conflicts effectively, turning challenging situations into opportunities for team growth and innovation. Don't miss this chance to enhance your leadership and collaboration skills. View Flyer.
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LEARN'd Health Equity Conference – September 30-October 1
Join us for Listening, Engaging and Acting to Reduce Neighborhood Disparities (LEARN’d) Health Equity through Diversity Conference at the Hyatt Regency, Hoover, AL. Sponsored by UAB Center for Clinical and Translational Science, Ohio State CTSI, O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center, and community partners, this year’s theme is “Collaborative Approaches for Cross-Cutting Solutions, Innovation, and Sustainability.” More info .
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Jules Netherland Distinguished Lecture Series - October 10
Join us at the Rollins School of Public Health, Room 800, or virtually via Zoom. Dr. Julie ("Jules") Netherland, PhD, Managing Director of Research and Academic Engagement at the Drug Policy Alliance, will present "White Faces, Black Lives: The Changing Color of Opioids in the U.S." The event will feature a didactic talk from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, followed by a moderated discussion from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the racial dynamics of the opioid epidemic and how racial capitalism shapes drug policies in America. View Flyer.
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Team Science Skills Series: Optimizing Team Development through Structured Debriefing Workshop - October 18
Attend via Zoom the "Optimizing Team Development through Structured Debriefing" workshop on October 18 from 12-1 PM, presented by David Fuentes, PhD, and Jeremy Hughes, PhD. This workshop, a part of the Georgia CTSA Team Science Skill Series, focuses on utilizing debriefing techniques to strengthen team performance and outcomes. Learn how to conduct effective debriefs that foster communication and continuous improvement in team settings. View Flyer.
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8th Annual Center for Childhood Infections & Vaccines Symposium - November 6 (Abstracts Due: 9/20)
The 8th Annual Center for Childhood Infections & Vaccines Symposium is now accepting abstracts! Researchers focusing on pediatric and adult infectious diseases are invited to submit abstracts and present posters on innovative research topics, including microbial pathogenesis, immune responses, and vaccine development. Selected abstracts may be chosen for oral presentations. The symposium will be held in-person on Wednesday, November 6 at Health Sciences Research Building (HSRB-II). Submit abstracts by 5 PM on Friday, September 20. View Flyer .
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Speed Networking: Rural Health — November 13
Join faculty from across the Georgia CTSA for an energetic and dynamic virtual networking session focused on Rural Health. Emory School of Medicine Dean Sandra L. Wong, MD, will emcee this event as researchers present their work with the goal of seeking new collaborators. The event will also include a group discussion on collaborative approaches to these scientific questions. Don’t miss out—register now to connect, learn, and collaborate on November 13, from 4:30 to 6:00 PM via Zoom. View Flyer.
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SE Regional Conference – March 5-7; Abstracts Due – November 11 The Southeast Regional Clinical and Translational Science Conference , March 5-7 at Callaway Resort and Gardens, brings together cross-disciplinary researchers from across the southeast to present cutting-edge health-related preclinical, clinical, implementation, and population-based research with national impact. Researchers working across the SE are invited to submit an abstract.
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