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Georgia CTSA
Weekly eRoundup
April 10, 2026
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Georgia CTSA Investigators at Georgia Tech Receive Up to $21.8M Award to Treat Lymphatic Disease
The Georgia Institute of Technology has been awarded up to $21.8 million from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to deliver a first-of-its-kind therapy to patients with lymphatic disease. For many of these patients, care has long meant pain and disfigurement alongside other severe side effects, rather than receiving treatment that addresses the disease itself. This new ARPA-H award marks a potential turning point.
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Informatics Lunch and Learn: Mammograms Beyond Cancer - April 22
Join the Informatics Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, April 22, from 12:00-1:00 PM via Microsoft Teams to explore how AI is being used to predict heart disease risk from routine mammograms. Theo Dapamede, MD, PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Radiology, Emory, will share insights on AI-driven screening and innovative approaches to early detection using medical imaging. View Flyer.
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NIH Open Access Compliance
Read a recent update from the Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research at VCU highlighting the importance of NIH Public Access Policy compliance, including timely submission of NIH-funded publications to PubMed Central. With stricter requirements now in effect, such as immediate public access upon publication, this resource outlines key considerations to help researchers avoid delays in funding and maintain compliance.
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NIH RFI: Clinical Trial-Specific Application Form - Comments Due April 16
Submit feedback on the NIH Request for Information (RFI) on a proposed Clinical Trial-Specific Application Form, aimed at streamlining applications and improving peer review quality. Input is encouraged by investigators, research staff, administrators, IRB members, and others involved in clinical trials. Comments will inform future NIH policy development.
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Funding (*New Opportunities)
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POCTRN 2026 Innovation Award Solicitation - Apply by May 1
Apply for the Point of Care Technology Research Network (POCTRN) 2026 Innovation Award Solicitation, supporting the development and translation of point-of-care medical technologies across multiple clinical areas. Provides funding and expert support to advance promising technologies from prototype to clinical validation and real-world implementation with a focus on innovations that improve early detection, diagnosis, and access to care.
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Transforming Ideas into Impact: Convergence Research Seed Program - Due June 4
Supports interdisciplinary teams tackling complex research challenges with strong potential for external funding. Focuses on problem-driven research that integrates multiple disciplines to address pressing scientific or societal needs.
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Disruptive Discovery Seed Program - Due June 4
Supports bold, high-impact research that has the potential to shift existing paradigms and influence future scholarship. Designed for teams pursuing innovative ideas that can transform their field and lead to broader research development.
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Goizueta ADRC REC Training Awards - Apply by April 10 Supports graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty seeking advanced training in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia research. Offers enhanced mentoring, networking, and career development opportunities for 3-5 selected candidates. Questions, email Laura Donnelly.
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Master of Science in Clinical Research (MSCR) - Apply by April 17
The Master of Science in Clinical Research (MSCR) is a 30-credit Emory Laney Graduate School program providing didactic and mentored research training for careers in clinical and translational research. Eligible applicants include predoctoral students, postdoctoral trainees, and early-career faculty from Emory, Georgia Tech, MSM, and UGA. Apply by 5:00 PM on April 17.
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ATLANTIS U2C/TL1 Training Program - Apply by April 20
The ATLANTIS U2C/TL1 Training Program is accepting applications from pre- and postdoctoral scholars at Emory, MSM, and Georgia Tech conducting research in non-malignant nephrology, urology, or hematology. The program provides one year of research training support beginning July 1, including stipend support, travel funding, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. Applications are due by April 20 (rolling review thereafter, subject to availability). Learn More.
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Certificate Program in Translational Science (CPTS) - Apply by May 1
The Certificate Program in Translational Science (CPTS) is a 16-credit program offered through the Emory Laney Graduate School for trainees conducting research at the interface of basic, translational, and clinical science. Eligible applicants include predoctoral PhD, PharmD, or MD students; postdoctoral fellows; and early-career faculty from Emory, MSM, Georgia Tech, or UGA. Apply by 5:00 PM on May 1.
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Winn Career Development Award - Apply by May 4
The Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award (Winn CDA) for early-stage investigator physicians is accepting applications for scholars. $120K/year for 2 years covers a portion of the scholar’s salary to engage in training and research. This program supports career development of early-career investigator-physicians through structured education and mentorship on community-oriented clinical trial design and implementation. Apply by May 4.
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CTSA CCOS Rigor and Reproducibility of RWD Platforms Workshop - May 12
Join the CTSA CCOS Rigor and Reproducibility of Real-World Data (RWD) Platforms Workshop on Tuesday, May 12 at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Shady Grove Campus in Rockville, MD. This in-person workshop will bring together researchers, clinicians, and CTSA Program leaders to collaborate on advancing RWD platforms, address key challenges, and build teams focused on rigor and reproducibility. The workshop has also received Accreditation and Certification from the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).
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QUAL-WORKS Workshops - May - June 2026
Register for QUAL-WORKS online workshops this May and June (1:00 - 4:00 PM) to build skills in qualitative research design, data collection, and analysis. Offerings include Qualitative Data Collection (May 26-30), Qualitative Data Analysis (June 8-12), and mentored sessions on June 15-16, providing hands-on guidance and one-on-one support for your research projects. These workshops are ideal for researchers, trainees, and staff looking to strengthen qualitative methods expertise.
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Fall 2026 Clinical and Translational Science Courses Available to Non-Degree Students - Apply by August 14
Emory faculty, postdocs, and PhD students are welcome to enroll in the following fall semester courses via Zoom through the Laney Graduate School: MSCR 515 Scientific Communication for Clinical & Translational Science, MSCR 596 Advanced Data Management in R, and CPTS 500 Fundamentals of Epidemiology. Tuition awards are not available, but faculty and postdocs at Emory may be eligible for the Emory Courtesy Scholarship if employed for at least one year.
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Emory Master of Health Administration (MHA) Program - Apply Now
Apply now for the Master of Health Administration (MHA) program starting Fall 2026, a part-time, hybrid degree from Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health in partnership with Goizueta Business School and Emory Healthcare. Designed for working professionals and clinicians, this program allows participants to advance their healthcare management skills while remaining in their current roles. Applicants for Fall 2026 will be considered for a $30,000 funding package on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Georgia CTSA eMPACT Training Catalog: Contributor Interest Form
Submit your interest in contributing to the Georgia CTSA eMPACT Training Catalog, an NIH-funded platform offering free, ANCC-accredited online training for clinical research professionals. This initiative brings together expertise from Emory, Georgia Tech, UGA, and MSM to deliver high-quality educational content. Selected contributors will help shape training that advances the clinical and translational research workforce.
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New Gene Therapy Resources Now Available on the PaVe-GT Website
The NCATS Platform Vector Gene Therapy (PaVe-GT) program has released new resources to help researchers advance gene therapies for rare diseases. Announced during Rare Disease Day at NIH, the updated PaVe-GT website includes practical scientific and regulatory tools such as target product profile templates, regulatory submission templates, example FDA application packages, publications on PaVe-GT’s development experience, and infographics outlining the pathway from discovery to clinical testing.
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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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Innovation and Translation
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B2M Talks: Leveraging Government Funding to Grow Your Early-Stage Biotech Business - April 15
Join this virtual Bench2Market (B2M) Talk on Wednesday, April 15 from 12:00-1:00 PM to learn how government funding can support the growth of early-stage biotech startups. As part of the Commercialization Series, this session will explore strategies for securing non-dilutive funding and advancing your innovation toward commercialization.
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Bioentrepreneurship Networking: Founders Series - April 16
Join us from 4:30-6:00 PM at HSRB-II, Room N600. Featuring David Weiss, PhD, Professor of Infectious Diseases, Emory, and co-founder of TopoDx, this session will explore how to align scientific innovation with market needs and navigate strategic pivots in startup development. Connect with peers and gain insights into biotech entrepreneurship.
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Research Study Volunteers Needed: Doppler Ultrasound Monitoring Study - Ongoing
Participate in a research study at Emory University Hospital evaluating 1D vs 2D Doppler ultrasound for non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring. This study involves simple, non-invasive ultrasound measurements while seated and lying down, with a time commitment of 60–90 minutes. Participants will receive $100 compensation via Emory ClinCard.
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2026 Community-Engaged Research Conference - Proposals Due April 10
This annual community-engaged research conference showcases innovative approaches, lessons learned, and successful collaborations in early care and education and economic mobility research. Read Guidelines for Proposal Submission. The annual conference will take place on July 29 at Morehouse School of Medicine, Calvin Smyre Education Conference Center.
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K-Club: Safely Accelerating Your Research with AI - April 13
Join us from 12:00-1:00 PM (virtual) to learn how to use discretion with AI tools and develop guidelines for optimal usage in research. Speakers Evan Orenstein, MD, and Naveen Muthu, MD, will share key methodological and ethical considerations to help you apply AI effectively. Come prepared with questions and leave with practical insights for integrating AI into your research workflow. View Flyer.
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Scaling Innovative Clinical Trial Approaches: Challenges, Progress, and Opportunities - April 14
Join the FDA CDER Center for Clinical Trial Innovation (C3TI) and the Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy for a hybrid workshop from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM at the Kellogg Conference Hotel at Gallaudet University in Washington, DC, or via Zoom. This workshop will bring together leaders across the clinical research ecosystem to discuss the progress, challenges, and opportunities in scaling innovative clinical trial approaches, with a focus on advancing more efficient and impactful clinical research.
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ATLANTIS Symposium - April 15
Register for the annual ATLANTIS Symposium at Emory’s Health Science Research Building from 8:30 AM-5:30 PM. All undergraduates, graduate students, research and clinical fellows, and early career faculty interested in kidney, urology, or hematology research are encouraged to attend. Registration is free and includes meals. Submit a late-breaking Abstract. Learn More.
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Team Science Skill Series: Team Charters - April 17 Join this virtual session from 12:00-1:00 PM to learn how team charters can strengthen collaboration and improve team performance. Presented by Allison Traylor, PhD, Clemson, this hands-on workshop will cover how to establish clear expectations, define team processes, and build a strong foundation for successful teamwork. Participants may have the opportunity to receive personalized team consultation. View Flyer.
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2026 Donna J. Brogan Lecture in Biostatistics - April 20
Join us from 2:00-4:00 PM at Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health, Claudia Nance Rollins Building, 8th floor, Klamon Room, or via Zoom. Donna Spiegelman, ScD, Yale, will present “Causal Inference: The Limits of Confounding, the Boundlessness of Measurement Error,” exploring key challenges and advancements in epidemiologic research methods. View Flyer.
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12th Annual Health Services Research Day - April 21
Join us from 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM at the Rollins Auditorium at Emory for this symposium and networking opportunity where researchers across Georgia will learn about ongoing quality, effectiveness, and value-based research activities. Health services research examines access to health care, how it is organized and delivered, costs, and outcomes. Keynote Speaker: Scott Halpern, MD, PhD, Professor, Medicine, Epidemiology, and Medical Ethics & Health Policy, Penn.View Agenda. View Flyer.
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Informatics Lunch & Learn: Mammograms Beyond Cancer - April 22
Join the Informatics Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, April 22, from 12:00-1:00 PM via Microsoft Teams to explore how AI is being used to predict heart disease risk from routine mammograms. Theo Dapamede, MD, PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Radiology, Emory, will share insights on AI-driven screening and innovative approaches to early detection using medical imaging. View Flyer.
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Speed Networking: GLP-1 Receptor Agonists - April 29
Join this virtual speed networking session from 1:00 - 2:30 PM to connect with faculty, clinicians, and researchers exploring GLP-1 Receptor Agonists. Participants will present their work in four minutes or less and engage in a collaborative discussion on emerging scientific questions. The event will take place on Zoom and is open to those interested in learning about current research and potential collaborations. View Flyer.
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Atlanta VA Joint Research Symposium - Abstracts Due June 7
Join the Atlanta VA Joint Research Symposium on August 6 at 8:30 AM at Emory SOM, bringing together investigators and trainees to highlight advancements in veteran healthcare and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. The symposium will feature keynote speaker Amy Justice, MD, PhD, Professor of Public Health (Health Policy), Yale, and VA Staff Physician, expert presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Abstracts due June 7. View Flyer.
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