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Georgia CTSA
Weekly eRoundup
July 10, 2026
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Researchers Develop a Safer, More Reliable Material for Growing Small-Scale Models of the Human Gut
In a new study, Georgia Tech researchers and collaborators created a fully synthetic gel alternative to Matrigel, designed to give intestinal stem cells what they need to grow and organize into healthy tissue. “We are excited about engineering this synthetic matrix as an alternative to natural materials and expect that it will accelerate human organoid research and clinical applications,” says Georgia CTSA PI Andrés J. García, PhD, Georgia Tech.
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Blue Sky Group: Space Research - August 25
The next Blue Sky Group Webinar will be taking place on Tuesday, August 25, from 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Join researchers and clinicians from across the Georgia CTSA for a session on Space Research. This discussion will be opened by a panel discussion featuring five researchers in the field including Drs. Thom Orlando, William Dynan, Binu Tharakan, Chunhui Xu, and Phillip Stancil. View Flyer.
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Funding (*New Opportunities)
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UGA MTM Shared Resources Pilot Program - Apply by July 31
The deadline for the UGA Institute for Multidisciplinary Translational Medicine (MTM) Shared Resources Pilot Program has been extended to Friday, July 31. This opportunity offers $5,000–$10,000 to support pilot projects using Spatial Biology and Integrated Genomics Shared Resources. This funding supports preliminary data generation, manuscript development, student technical training, and collaborative projects positioned for future external funding. Applicants must consult with SBIG personnel at least one week before the deadline.
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ClinicalTrials.gov Essentials for Academic Medical Centers - July 14-30
Join this FDA and NIH-led virtual training series designed to help academic medical center staff understand federal requirements for ClinicalTrials.gov registration and results reporting. Through on-demand training and live expert panel sessions on July 14, July 22, and July 30, participants will learn about compliance requirements, common reporting pitfalls, Protocol Registration and Results System (PRS) functionality, and best practices for accurate and timely clinical trial reporting. This opportunity is particularly relevant for investigators, research staff, ClinicalTrials.gov administrators, and clinical research offices.
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Online QUAL-WORKS Workshops - August 2026
Register for QUAL-WORKS online workshops this August from 1:00 - 4:00 PM to build skills in qualitative research design, data collection, and analysis. Sessions include: Qualitative Data Collection, August 3-7; Mentored Data Collection, August 17; Qualitative Data Analysis, August 10-14; and Mentored Data Analysis, August 18. 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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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.
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Georgia CTSA AI Blog Initiative - Ongoing We are seeking contributors to help spotlight how artificial intelligence is shaping healthcare, clinical research, and regulatory science. We invite researchers, clinicians, trainees, and staff to share perspectives on topics such as AI implementation, emerging technologies, ethics, policy, and innovation across translational science. Explore current blog posts, learn more about the initiative, and submit your interest to contribute to future content. View AI Blog Archive.
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CCOS CTSA Research Publications Catalog
The national CTSA Coordination, Communication, and Operations Support (CCOS) team has launched a new CTSA Publications catalog. Use this tool to explore CTSA-funded research in one place and filter by publication date, hub, journal, and authors to quickly find what you need.
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UGA School of Medicine Research Resources
Explore the research resources available through the University of Georgia School of Medicine, including support for translational research, collaborative partnerships, core facilities, faculty development, and funding opportunities. These resources are designed to help investigators advance innovative research and strengthen the impact of biomedical discoveries across Georgia and beyond.
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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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BME Capstone Project Sponsorship Opportunity - Submit Project by August 14
Do you have a med-tech innovation need? Georgia Tech and Emory’s BME Capstone Program is seeking project sponsors for the upcoming academic year. Sponsors can collaborate with student teams to develop innovative solutions to real-world healthcare and biomedical challenges. Submit a project by August 14, and help shape the next generation of medical technology innovation. Learn More.
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2026 Special Issue Call for Papers - Submit by September 29
Submit your manuscript to the Journal of the Georgia Public Health Association (jGPHA) 2026 Special Issue focused on “Systems Evolution: Optimizing Public Health Delivery Through Technology, Data, Research, Community and Workforce Adaptation.” This peer-reviewed opportunity invites contributions from researchers, practitioners, and students addressing public health practice, policy, and innovation relevant to Georgia.
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Health AI Datathon - July 25-August 2 (Register by July 15)
The HITI Lab Emory invites PhD students, post-docs, clinicians and researchers to attend the Health AI Datathon, a nine-day program on medical AI. This includes hands-on workshops, a three-day Summer School, and finishes with a team Datathon using de-identified medical imaging data from real clinical practice. Registration closes on July 15 - save your spot today! View Flyer.
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Sustainable Solutions for Healthcare and Community Action - July 28 Join the next Climate and Health Actionable Research and Translation (CHART) Webinar Series on July 28 from 12:00-1:00 PM ET featuring Preeti Jaggi, MD, Director of Antimicrobial Stewardship at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. This webinar will explore how the WE ACT framework can support sustainable healthcare delivery and community-driven solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, while examining the connections between climate change, extreme weather events, and infectious disease transmission. Attendees may be eligible for 1 CNE credit. View Flyer.
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Epic Cosmos Datathon - August 4-5 Join us at Emory SOM as we bring together clinicians, researchers, and data scientists to explore Epic Cosmos’ de-identified EHR database of more than 300 million patient records, tackle real-world research questions, and compete for an HSR Center-funded award supporting future publications, presentations, and grant development. Non-Cosmos users are also invited to attend select sessions and presentations. View flyer.
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Atlanta VA Joint Research Symposium - August 6
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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Blue Sky Group: Space Research - August 25
The next Blue Sky Group Webinar will be taking place on Tuesday, August 25, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Join researchers and clinicians from across the Georgia CTSA for a session on Space Research. This discussion will be opened by a panel discussion featuring five researchers in the field from the CTSA, including Drs. Thom Orlando, William Dynan, Binu Tharakan, Chunhui Xu, and Phillip Stancil. View Flyer.
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Annual Southeastern Pediatric Research Conference - August 28
Register by 8/14 for Early Bird Rate! $125 Regular / $75 Trainees ($200 after 8/14). Georgia CTSA is a proud sponsor of this conference that brings together basic and clinical science researchers with pediatricians and healthcare providers to promote the integration of cutting-edge research into clinical practice. This year's conference will take place at the Georgia Aquarium. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic day filled with insightful presentations, engaging poster sessions, valuable networking opportunities, and meaningful knowledge-sharing. Register.
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2026 Fall CTSA Program Annual Meeting - September 23-25
Save the date for the 2026 Fall CTSA Program Annual Meeting, taking place September 23-25 in Washington, DC, with the Steering Committee meeting scheduled for September 22. Registration and hotel reservations are not yet open; additional details on agenda highlights, venue information, and attendance guidelines are available online.
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Follow the Georgia CTSA on Social Media
Stay connected with the Georgia CTSA wherever you use social media. Follow us for the latest news and updates on X, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and Linktree—your one-stop hub for top news stories, resources, and events. Have news to share? Tag us so we can amplify your updates to our network of 3,000+ researchers and staff across Georgia and beyond. To learn more about Georgia CTSA clinical trials, visit us on Facebook and Instagram.
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