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Join the next Clinical Trials Community of Practice meeting to hear from Tom Cook, PhD, who will share best practices for biostatistics in clinical trials. See you there!

👉 Register to attend: ictr.wisc.edu/event/ct-cop...

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Join the Recruitment & Retention Resource Center for the third session of their workshop series. Learn intra- and interpersonal strategies and skills to support you in personalized interactions with research participants. Register today: go.wisc.edu/db871i

Join the Recruitment & Retention Resource Center for the next session of their workshop series. This session focuses on building techniques you can use to connect with participants and ensure your message is understood the first time, every time. Register today: go.wisc.edu/db871i

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Chris Pfund presents during the mentorship workshop during research day

Molly Murphy (left) from the D&I Launchpad, Jakob Hanschu (center) and Cap Bendixsen from Marshfield pose in front of a poster

On Sept. 10, ICTR hosted its second annual Research Day event, which drew over 200 attendees. The focus of the day was on thriving amid uncertainty. We're grateful to everyone who attended and were pleased to see such enthusiastic engagement during the day! Read more: ictr.wisc.edu/news/over-20...

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Join the D&I Launchpad for the next Implementation Science Seminar on Oct. 10. Dr. Birken will highlight the importance of theories, models, and frameworks and demystify their selection and application in implementation science. Learn how to register: ictr.wisc.edu/service/impl...

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We're excited to announce the recipients of the Advancing Translational Research and Science Pilot Award! Congrats to Dr. Desorcy-Scherer, Dr. Passmore, Dr. Sandbo, and Dr. Sample from the Schools of Nursing, Medicine & Public Health, and Veterinary Medicine. 🔗 ictr.wisc.edu/news/ictr-an...

Dr. Brasier presents the Faculty Mentorship Award to Dr. Coller

Dr. Brasier presents the Faculty Mentorship Award to Dr. Heiderscheit

🎉Congrats to Dr. Coller from SMPH Dept. of Pediatrics & Dr. Heiderscheit from SMPH Dept. of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation on being this year's recipients of the ICTR Faculty Mentorship Award! Read more in our news story: ictr.wisc.edu/news/faculty...

Update: Please note that this Request for Applications has been paused until further notice.

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Reminder: applications are due Oct 1, 2025, for BIRCWH, an NIH funded mentored career development program. BIRCWH is designed to improve women's health by developing a scientific workforce capable of leading independently funded research programs. Learn more and apply: ictr.wisc.edu/funding/buil...

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Applications are open for 4 ICTR Pilot Award opportunities that focus on community-engaged research. Submit your Letters of Intent by Nov 4, 2025.

Learn more: ictr.wisc.edu/news/four-fu...

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Join ICTR's Recruitment & Retention Resource Center for a 5-part virtual series. This series covers practical communication techniques to build stronger relationships with research participants & community members, and improve recruitment & retention outcomes. ictr.wisc.edu/how-we-talk-...

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Don't miss the next Clinical Trials Community of Practice seminar on Sept 17 at 1PM. Jake Rome, JD, will present "Research with Drugs and Devices: Basic Requirements for FDA Compliance."

Find out how you can attend: ictr.wisc.edu/event/resear...

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Jina Chun, ICTR STRIDE Scholar, was named a 2025 Morgridge Fellow—one of 17 UW–Madison faculty, staff & grad students recognized. 🎉Congrats to Jina & all Fellows! Learn more: morgridge.wisc.edu/2025/08/14/e...

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Applications are open for the BIRCWH Program! BIRCWH is a NIH-funded mentored career development program designed to improve women's health by developing a scientific workforce capable of leading independently funded research programs. Learn how to apply: ictr.wisc.edu/funding/buil...

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Congrats to Drs. Allen & Emamekhoo, recipients of the Learning Health System Demonstration Project grant! Supported by funding from ICTR & UW Health, this grant supports data-driven research led by physician scientists to make health care more efficient. 🔗 ictr.wisc.edu/news/two-phy...

ICTR's hiring! We're looking for a skilled Project Manager to join PROMICE, our new center for supporting big, collaborative research projects with partners and across ICTR. A key focus will be guiding major initiatives, including our upcoming CTSA grant renewal. Learn more: ictr.wisc.edu/careers/

⌛Reminder: Apps close 9/2. ICTR is seeking a Co-Director for the KL2 Program! Help mentor early-career researchers in clinical & translational science. Learn more: ictr.wisc.edu/news/ictr-in...

UW researchers from SMPH & Education are developing ways to measure brain fog in clinics—a key step toward long COVID therapies. Led by Aurora Pop-Vicas & Dorothy Farrar Edwards, with support from TL1 predoc trainee Kristen Kehl-Floberg. Funded by ICTR & WPP. education.wisc.edu/news/through...

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📣Registration for ICTR Research Day closes August 25! This event is free, but your RSVP is required and appreciated. We look forward to seeing you on September 10!

Secure your spot today: ictr.wisc.edu/survive-and-...

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We're excited to announce that Dr. Lisa Cadmus-Bertram has joined the Clinical Investigation Graduate Program as a co-director. Along with Dr. Randy Kimple, she will contribute to the administrative, curricular, and social aspects of the program. ictr.wisc.edu/news/clinica...

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ICTR is recruiting a research program coordinator for the All of Us program. This role involves coordinating research activities, engaging with participants, and supporting program operations to improve health outcomes for all. Applications are due by 11:55 pm CT on Aug. 22. ictr.wisc.edu/careers/

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Join us for an engaging panel discussion at the end of Research Day. Panelists will share strategies for navigating the evolving funding landscape, covering topics such as federal opportunities, industry partnerships, and philanthropic support.

Learn more & register: ictr.wisc.edu/survive-and-...

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Join ICTR staff for 4 unique workshops during Research Day, designed to equip you with essential skills for navigating common research challenges. Each workshop is offered twice, allowing you to choose the two that interest you most!

Learn more & register: ictr.wisc.edu/survive-and-...

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Got research to share? Join the Research Day Poster Session!We’re seeking posters on clinical/translational topics like:

🔬 Basic science → clinical impact
🌍 Community application
🏥 Practice-ready research
🔄 Study process improvements

Register & indicate interest: ictr.wisc.edu/survive-and-...

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In Jan 2025, UW Health & ICTR’s LHS Program hosted a workshop for clinical faculty & researchers, spotlighting the LHS Collaboratory approach and real-world project insights.

👀 Missed it? Watch the recordings on ICTR’s YouTube channel! www.youtube.com/@UW_ICTR/pla...

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We're thrilled to feature four dynamic lightning talks at Research Day. Join researchers from UW–Madison and Marshfield Clinic Research Institute for rapid-fire presentations discussing innovative approaches to improving health outcomes in rural communities. ictr.wisc.edu/survive-and-...

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📢UW–Madison faculty: ICTR is seeking a Co-Director for the KL2 Program! Help mentor early-career researchers in clinical & translational science. Apply by Sept 2, 2025.

Learn more: ictr.wisc.edu/news/ictr-in...

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Excited to welcome Geoffrey Curran, Director of the Center for Implementation Research at UAMS, as our Research Day keynote! He’ll present "Lessons learned from a career filled with course corrections, U-turns, flat tires, and engine failure." Learn more & register: ictr.wisc.edu/survive-and-...

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Registration is officially OPEN for ICTR Research Day!

🔗 ictr.wisc.edu/survive-and-...

This free, one-day event is for anyone involved in or interested in research with health implications. Expect interactive workshops, networking opportunities, and a showcase of innovative research.

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🎧 Looking for a great listen this long weekend? Check out the LHS Podcast, The Learning Loop!

🔗 sites.libsyn.com/568170

Learn how ICTR is building a sustainable Learning Health System at UW Health with insights from LHS Program Director Majid Afshar and Associate Director Anne Gravel Sullivan.