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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.

Funding (*New Opportunities)

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.

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.

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.

Education and Training

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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. 

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.

Georgia CTSA Translational Workforce Development Catalog: Contributor Interest Form

Submit your interest in contributing to the Georgia CTSA Translational Workforce Development 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.

Research Resources

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.

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.

Innovation and Translation

Bench2Market Talks: EVP Strategy and Market Access - May 6

Join this virtual talk from 12:00-1:00 PM as part of the Commercialization Series. Kelly Petrucci, EVP of Operations and Strategy at PRIA, will share insights on market access, healthcare strategy, and navigating payer dynamics to support the successful commercialization of healthcare innovations.

Community

Your Fantastic Mind on GPB TV - Mon. 9:30 PM and Wed. 7:00 PM

Emory University and Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) are teaming up once again for the Emmy Award-winning television series “Your Fantastic Mind.” Season 7 will feature six episodes airing weekly on Mondays at 9:30 PM through May 18 on GPB’s statewide television network, with repeat broadcasts on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM.

Boost Up Fulton! Trusted Messenger Training - Apply Now

Apply for the Boost Up Fulton! Trusted Messenger Training, a free program for Fulton County residents (ages 18+) interested in promoting community health and vaccine awareness. This 2-hour training equips participants with practical skills in health communication, addressing misinformation, and community engagement, along with tools, resources, and a certificate of completion. Participants will join a network of local leaders and receive incentives for their involvement.

Events

Team Science Skill Series: Team Charters - April 17

Grand Rounds: Leveraging ENACT Data for Clinical Research - April 20

Join us at 3:00 PM (virtual) to explore how aggregated data from the ENACT network can support clinical research. Visweswaran, PhD, Professor of Biomedical Informatics at the University of Pittsburgh, will discuss the use of count-based data for epidemiology, pharmacovigilance, and clinical evidence generation, along with key strengths and limitations of these approaches.

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.

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. 

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.

CHART Webinar: From Sensors to Insights - April 28

Join this webinar from 12:00-1:00 PM to explore how wearable sensors are being used to measure daily heat and air pollution exposure in Atlanta. Jiyoung Hwang, MPH, will share early insights from CHART’s community-based research, highlighting methods for analyzing environmental exposures and their impact on health. View Flyer.

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.

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.