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THE RESEARCH CONNECTOR
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Dr. John Amory, ITHS Principal Investigator
We are delighted to extend a warm welcome to Dr. John Amory as he steps into his new role as Principal Investigator at ITHS. Dr. Amory brings with him a wealth of knowledge, experience, and a passion for innovative research, and we are very glad to have him in this role.
HONORING DR. NORA DISIS' CONTRIBUTIONS
We wish outgoing PI, Dr. Nora Disis, the best of luck as she focuses her time and attention on her breast cancer vaccine research. This work is on the precipice of very significant breakthroughs, and it is exciting to see it happening in real time. We can't wait to see what happens next at the Cancer Vaccine Institute!
CONGRATULATIONS, SEAN MOONEY!
CONGRATULATIONS SEAN MOONEY!
Dr. Mooney has been appointed as the Director of the Center for Information Technology at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Over the last decade, Dr. Sean Mooney has played a pivotal role as the Director of Informatics for the Institute of Translational Health Sciences, spearheading numerous initiatives aimed at bridging the gap between research and clinical practice. He has been instrumental in forging partnerships between academia, pharmaceutical companies, and startups, leading to innovative approaches for drug discovery and personalized medicine. Read more>>
UNIQUE FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
UNIQUE FUNDING OPPORTUNITY FOR PRE-DOCTORAL RESEARCHERS
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a unique funding opportunity for students interested in basic or patient-oriented research related to conditions that co-occur with Down syndrome, linked to awards held by ITHS. Predoctoral students at the University of Washington and Montana State University who meet T32/TL1 eligibility criteria can request 2 years of support for stipend and tuition.
Interested in applying? Set up a meeting with us to discuss a potential research project or to learn more about the application process here.
ITHS TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Great Entrepreneur Training Opportunity!
The ITHS Technology Development Center is developing the year-long Translational Science Entrepreneurship Program (TSEP) to prepare an individual for departure from the lab into starting a startup company. Deadline to apply is April 5th! Apply here>>
Connect with TDC!
The ITHS Technology Development Center has been busy creating new ways for you to get connected. Check out the new podcast for emerging entrepreneurs called "The Innovator's Garage," and subscribe to our monthly TDC newsletters for unique funding & training opportunities for early-career entrepreneurs.
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
ITHS TEAM SCIENCE SEMINAR SERIES 6
STRATEGIES TO IDENTIFY AND ENGAGE WITH COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Thu, Mar 7, 12pm–1pm PST
Online Zoom Event
Join us for an engaging seminar where you’ll gain skills for integrating community engagement in your research. Get effective strategies for initiating meaningful partnerships with the community, explore ITHS resources designed to support community-engaged research, and learn to apply best practices when engaging community partners.
ITHS TEAM SCIENCE SEMINAR SERIES 7
INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH WITHIN THE APPOINTMENT, PROMOTION AND TENURE PROCESSES
Thu, Apr 4, 12pm–1pm PDT
Online Zoom Event
In this seminar, the ITHS Team Science Core will describe why interdisciplinary collaborative research is critical to solving current complex scientific challenges and how recognizing and rewarding this work in PT processes is critical to encouraging the success of interdisciplinary teams. Strategies for writing goal statements, annotating CVs, and soliciting external reviewers’ expert at interdisciplinary research will be discussed during the session.
ITHS PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGIONAL RESOURCES FOR BIOMEDICAL ENTREPRENEURS (SESSION #4)
This ITHS Technology Development Center training series is aimed at early-stage academic innovators who need to quickly learn the essentials of biomedical entrepreneurship.
The next session will be held Thursday, March 7th, 2–3pm.
Topics for discussion in the session will include:
- Academic Programs
- Accelerators & Incubators
- Advisors
- Competitions
One registration will sign you up for the entire series, so sign up now!
ITHS REGULATORY STRATEGY (SESSION #5)
April 4, 2024, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm PST
Online Zoom Event
Topics for discussion in the session will include:
- FDA Regulations
- Devices, Therapeutics, Diagnostics & Digital Health Tools
- Safety & Efficacy
ITHS MEDICAL PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT (SESSION #6)
April 18, 2024, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm PST
Online Zoom Event
Topics for discussion in the session will include:
- Medical Devices
- Intended Use
- FDA Classes
- GMP Manufacturing and Quality Systems
CRISP: CLINICAL RESEARCH INTENSIVE SUMMER PROGRAM
Applications are still open for this new course designed to provide physician clinical investigators with hands-on experience in key clinical research skills to accelerate their career development. The program runs July 8–26, 2024 at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center campus in Seattle.
TWO SUMMER FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Population Health Initiative and the Buerk Center For Entrepreneuership are leading two fellowships over the summer. The Summer Commercialization Fellowship and the Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship programs are for graduate students who are interested in diving into an innovation or technology to help explore a sustainable pathway for UW investigators. This is a 10 week program and four fellows will be selected. RSVP to the March 7th info session here.
CRBT SEMINAR: EXPLAINABLE AI FOR HEALTH: WHERE ARE WE AND HOW TO MOVE FORWARD
March 20th, 9-10am @ Building Cure in Downtown Seattle. This talk will feature Dr Su-In Lee from UW. Questions can be directed to crbt@seattlechildrens.org
Download event flyer for info and webex link
2024 HEALTH DISPARITIES RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Applications for the 2024 Health Disparities Research Institute (HDRI) will be accepted from February 5 – March 11, 2024. HDRI will take place on August 6 – 9, 2024 and is a unique weeklong program that supports the research career development of promising early-career minority health and health disparities research scientists. Visit the HDRI webpage to learn more about the program, eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and how to apply.
ITHS REDCap TRAINING CLASSES
Every Tuesday @ ONLINE WEBINAR!
11:00am-12:00pm PDT
ITHS offers weekly classes on Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap), a rapidly evolving web tool developed by researchers for researchers in the translational domain. Whether you need to learn the basics or you're ready to take on advanced projects, we have a class that will help you move your research forward. Learn more & register>>>
ITHS CDS & CRES SEMINARS AVAILABLE ONLINE
If you missed any of our Career Development Series (CDS) or Clinical Education Research Series (CRES) seminars, you can watch the recordings online.
FUNDING FOR YOU
ENTER THE DEMPSEY STARTUP COMPETITION
The Dempsey Startup Competition organized by the Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship, provides a real-world experience for student entrepreneurs, promoting student ideas and new venture creation to the entrepreneurial community.
- 26 years of the Business Plan Competition/Dempsey Startup
- $1.79 million in prize money awarded to 218 student companies
- 6,100+ student participants
- 1,935 teams have entered since 1998
- 350+ entrepreneurs and investors who took part in the 2022 competition as judges, advisers, and mentors
CoMotion Innovation Gap Funding
March 4th Deadline - This 50K grant opportunity is open to UW faculty and postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and undergraduate students who are working with UW research teams, where the innovations are at the pre-company or licensing stage. Successful projects have used funds to research customer demand, research and validate markets, create prototypes, and initiate beta testing.
ITHS: SUPPORTING RESEARCH EFFORTS OF JUNIOR INVESTIGATORS
The ITHS offers Catalyst Awards to provide “just-in-time” resources especially to early career investigators looking to complete a project or collect pilot data for a larger grant application.
The ITHS also offers Voucher Awards as “in-kind” service vouchers in support of outstanding translational research.
2024 deadlines for the Catalyst and Voucher awards:
- April 1, 2024
- July 1, 2024
- October 1, 2024
ARPA-H IS A GAME CHANGER. SEE HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED.
The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) was founded to bridge the gap between discovery and public benefit by supercharging development though significant financial and management support.
With the advent of UW's ARPA-H Committee last year, WWAMI investigators need to know about this high-impact funding opportunity. Read more from our guest author, TL1 trainee Isabella Jennings.
PARTICIPATE IN RESEARCH
Boost Your Study Recruitment with this ITHS Tool
One of the most effective tools ITHS offers in the quest for study subjects is the Participate in Research website, helping researchers and potential participants to connect. Launched in 2015, the site is a centralized online location for research teams post their studies to including a basic description, eligibility information, IRB approvals and the study contact.
SUBMIT YOUR PUBLICATIONS TO ITHS!
SHARE YOUR SUCCESS & SUBMIT PUBLICATIONS
Have you published with an ITHS citation? Please share your success by sending us the title, author, and journal name. It will be included in our database and could help you connect with other researchers for collaboration.
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ITHS Faculty Co-Director Tumaini Rucker Coker, MD, MBA, elected to the National Academy of Medicine. Read more>>>
Dr. Sebastian T. Tong, designated 2023 National Academy of Medicine Fellow! Read more>>
How preclinical investigators can start strengthening relationships to better serve their populations.
ITHS Co-Principal Investigator Elizabeth Shanahan named a fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration. Read more>>>
ITHS' Dr. Allison Lambert accepted as a scholar into the COMPASS Program!
Preventing Harm with Firearm Policy: An Interview With TL1 Trainee Kelsey Conrick
An Interview With Seher Aftab at the GCTL, a leader on the frontlines of bridging the gap between scientific discoveries and healthcare treatments.
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