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Funding (* New Opportunities)

POCTRN Innovation Awards — Due June 6

Do you have a groundbreaking point-of-care technology ready for further development? The Point-of-Care Technology Research Network (POCTRN)) is pleased to announce six new innovation award opportunities from its centers. We are currently seeking applications from academic and industry applicants who have innovative point-of-care technologies in areas of chronic disease, infectious disease and disease prevention, such as cancer detection, heart, lung, blood, and sleep disorders, STIs, emerging infectious disease in low-resource settings, and more. Awards up to $150,000, may also receive 12 months of in-kind support services.

Emory SOM P4 Fast Track Awards – Ongoing

Emory SOM in partnership with Winship, CHOA, Grady, and CFAR, invites applications for the P4 (Pivot, Proposal, and Planning Program) Fast Track Awards—a new funding mechanism supporting SOM faculty whose grants were recently terminated due to federal funding shifts. Awards of up to $100,000 (direct costs) are available for one year, with potential for renewal. Eligible PIs must propose a novel research pivot aligned with NIH priorities and have ≤$200K in other direct funding. Learn More.

Awards Supporting Cutting-Edge Technologies for Translational Science (ASCETTS) – Due June 19

NCATS invites applications for the Awards Supporting Cutting-Edge Technologies for Translational Science (ASCETTS) NOFO to foster investigator-initiated development of highly innovative technologies to address barriers, limitations, or bottlenecks in translational science – particularly for therapeutic development. The research proposed should be for the development of technology that can break new ground or extend present technology toward new directions or novel applications.

Education and Training

Phlebotomy 101 Training — May 29 & 30

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. View 2025 Phlebotomy 101 Training Schedule .

Certificate Program in Translational Science (CPTS) — Deadline Extended: Apply by May 30

The Certificate Program in Translational Science (CPTS) is a formal 16-credit Emory Laney Graduate School program for trainees who seek to conduct research at interface between basic and translational science and clinical medicine. The CPTS enhances and transforms translational research training for predoctoral PhD students, postdoctoral fellows (PhD or MD) & junior faculty at Emory, MSM, Georgia Tech & UGA.

Qual Works: Qualitative Research Workshops — May

Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health is offering online workshops in Qualitative Research Methods (May 12-16) and Qualitative Data Analysis (May 19-23), each priced at $950 (students: $700). Mentored sessions are also available on May 21 and May 28 for $400 each. These workshops are ideal for individuals involved in qualitative research design, data collection, analysis, or supervision.

Public Health Wellbeing and Impact Retreat – May 31 – June 1

Join us May 31–June 1 or Aug 23–24 for a transformative weekend retreat designed for mid-career public health professionals. Reconnect with your purpose, boost resilience, and build a 90-day action plan. Optional coaching available. Emory and Emory Healthcare employees may qualify for tuition coverage. Register by May 12th.

SISMID 2025: Summer Institute in Statistics and Modeling in Infectious Diseases - July

Summer Institute in Statistics and Modeling in Infectious Diseases (SISMID) offers both online (July 7-11) and in-person (July 14-30 at Emory) modules. SISMID has trained thousands of infectious disease researchers in modern statistical and modeling techniques. Topics include spatial statistics, machine learning, network modeling, and more. Engage with experts through poster evenings, lunch-and-learn sessions, and networking events. View Flyer.

Fall 2025 MSCR and CPTS Courses – Apply by August 8

Research Resources

Call for Mentees: Georgia CTSA TEAMS Program

Calling all mentees from Emory, MSM, UGA & Georgia Tech! Georgia CTSA TEAMS (Translational Education and Mentoring in Science) provides 1:1 and group mentoring for junior-level faculty, post-doc or clinical fellows doing research in public health, clinical & translational science, implementation science, community engagement & more. Expand your network! View Mentee/Fellow information. Learn more .

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.

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 10:30 to 11:30 AM in Groseclose 303 or Submit a RAPID Request . 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 .

Innovation & Translation

Bioentrepreneurship Networking Founders Series Kickoff – May 15

Join Emory School of Medicine on May 15 from 4:30–6:00 PM in HSRB-II (Room N600) for the kickoff of the Founders Series featuring Dr. Gabe A. Kwong. Learn how his company, Port Therapeutics, is advancing targeted treatments for immune disorders and cancer. Food will be provided. Please RSVP to attend.

Community

Your Fantastic Mind – May 12: Silent Threats

Your Fantastic Mind, Emory Brain Health’s award-winning TV series, is back with Season 6 airing Mondays at 9 PM ET and Wednesdays at 7 PM ET on GPB through May 21. The series highlights groundbreaking research and stories from Emory experts on brain health, with episodes also available for streaming after broadcast. Episode 5 is airing on May 12th and investigates strokes with no known cause, a surgical alternative to CPAP for sleep apnea and the little-known but life-disrupting balance condition known as 3PD.

Events

K-Club: Engaging with Research Leadership – May 12

Join us on May 12 at 12:00 PM for a virtual K-Club session featuring a panel discussion on engaging with research leadership. Panelists include Georgia CTSA PI W. Robert Taylor, MD, PhD, Emory; Kristy Murray, DVM, PhD, Children’s; and Vibha Lama, MD, MPH, Emory; who will share insights into research leadership and career advancement. View Flyer.

Health Design CoP: DBS Caretrek – May 13

KUHR-TN National Conference – May 19-21

Register for the Kidney Urology Hematology Research Training Network (KUHR-TN) National Conference in Atlanta. All trainees are invited to submit an abstract by April 15 for poster presentations (max 250 words). Register by May 2, and book lodging by April 25 to receive group rate. Affordable campus housing is also available at Clifton Towers. Register for Conference . Learn More.

Informatics Lunch & Learn: From Data to Diagnosis – May 21

Southeastern Pediatric Research Conference – June 6

Join us from 8AM-5PM at the Georgia Aquarium for a dynamic day filled with insightful presentations, engaging poster sessions, valuable networking opportunities, and meaningful knowledge-sharing. This year's conference will feature groundbreaking research from Emory, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Georgia Tech, and MSM and will bring together basic scientists, clinical researchers, pediatricians, and healthcare providers to advance the integration of innovative research into clinical practice.

Pediatric Early Career Researcher Conference – September 9

Held on September 9, from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the Health Sciences Research Building Auditorium, this event highlights child health research across all methods and disciplines. Open to students, trainees, fellows, and junior faculty, the conference offers a full day of science, networking, and fun. Encore abstracts are welcome! Register for Conference. Learn More.