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Discovery Radio – Episode #78: The Epidemiology of Disease: COVID-19

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16 October, 2020

Health Disparities and the Response to COVID-19 in Wisconsin – October 6-8 @ 11:30am – 1:00pm

Join Us on October 6-8, 2020, from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | The Medical College of Wisconsin's 2020 State of Science in Health Disparities Research Annual Conference will address the current state of knowledge regarding health disparities and COVID-19, as well as activities in Wisconsin addressing...

01 October, 2020

CTSI Academy Spotlight Seminar Series Continues October 9, 2020

The second seminar of the four-part series, Using Excel for Statistics,  will be held on Friday, October 9, featuring a virtual presentation via WebEx by Aniko Szabo, PhD, Professor, Division of Biostatistics, Institute for Health & Equity, MCW....

24 September, 2020

Discovery Radio – Episode #77: Global Health Perspectives in Times of Global Pandemic

The year 2020 has brought global health into greater focus than ever before. On today’s show, we’re bringing into focus how global health truly involves everywhere and everyone. Learn global health perspectives in times of a time of a global health pandemic…inside this edition...

18 September, 2020

CTSI Announces the 2020 Traditional Pilot Awardees

The CTSI Traditional Pilot Awards are intended to support innovative, multidisciplinary and multi-institutional studies that advance Clinical and Translational Research. This approach has been successful and has catalyzed the formation of many multi and transdisciplinary research teams of scientists....

10 September, 2020

Discovery Radio – Episode #76: International Sickle Cell Disease & COVID-19 Registry

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the US, a researcher who focuses on sickle cell disease (SCD) was concerned. So, she assembled a team to create a registry of SCD patients who’ve contracted COVID-19. Learn about a SCD/COVID-19 registry that’s now international in scope...

21 August, 2020

CTSI Academy Spotlight Seminars Begin September 11, 2020

The Clinical & Translational Science Institute of Southeast Wisconsin’s CTSI Academy will kick off the CTSI Spotlight Seminar Series with a four-part Biostatistical presentation. The seminars will take place the 2nd Friday of each month....

18 August, 2020

CTSI Insider | 2020, Quarter 2

Welcome to CTSInsider, the newsletter of the Clinical & Translational Science Institute of Southeast Wisconsin! In this issue you will find news and announcements, including upcoming opportunities and events, and research trainings, as well as an overview of services available to support you. Happy reading!...

07 August, 2020

Discovery Radio – Episode #75: The Reality of Virtual Healthcare

Technology is not only changing how healthcare is delivered, it’s also advancing where and when it’s delivered. On today’s show, discover how the COVID-19 pandemic is rapidly increasing the need for virtual-care. We’ll also hear how virtual-care is impacting patients who are among the most...

17 July, 2020

CTSI Dean’s Award 2020: Call for Nominees

The Dean’s Award in Clinical & Translational Research was created to recognize MCW faculty and staff who have made a significant contribution to advancing translational science to improve the health of our patients. The Award will be presented at the MCW Convocation Ceremony on September...

15 July, 2020

Discovery Radio – Episode #74: Treatment of COVID-19 Patients with Pre-Existing Conditions

From the onset, medical experts warned that patients with pre-existing conditions are more vulnerable to infection from the COVID-19 Coronavirus. On today’s show, discover how COVID-19 is impacting patients treated in the area of medicine known as cardio-oncology. We’ll also learn how recovered patients can...

19 June, 2020

2020 KL2 Mentored Career Development Program Award RFA Now Available

The Clinical & Translational Science Institute of Southeast Wisconsin (CTSI) is pleased to announce our Request for Applications for the 2020 KL2 Mentored Career Development Program Award. These awards will be supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and are open to full-time junior faculty...

15 June, 2020

CTSI Receives Five-Year CTSA Grant Renewal

We are extremely pleased to share with you that The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has been awarded a five-year, $24.4 million Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) from the National Institutes of Health. This competitive grant renewal will fund the work of the Clinical...

03 June, 2020

CTSI Discovery Radio Wins Silver & Merit in the 37th Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards

The Healthcare Advertising Awards is the oldest, largest and most widely respected healthcare advertising awards competition. The awards are sponsored by Healthcare Marketing Report, the leading publication covering all aspects of healthcare marketing, advertising and strategic business development. Over 4,200 entries were received this year, making...

26 May, 2020

Discovery Radio – Episode #73: Psychological Impacts of the COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic

Worldwide efforts continue to control the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. And while most haven’t contracted the virus, the social distancing and isolation from the pandemic have taken a toll on adults as well as kids. We’re exploring the psychological impacts of the COVID-19 Coronavirus...

15 May, 2020

American Society of Human Genetics Now Accepting Applications for the Human Genetics Scholars Initiative

To apply for this two-year, intensive program, applicants must submit an abstract to the ASHG 2020 Annual Meeting by the June 11 deadline, as well as a NIH Biosketch, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation. The program is open to U.S. late-stage graduate students,...

11 May, 2020

Important Updates About the CTSI Clinical Research Data Warehouse

Updates to the Froedtert CTSI CRDW include fresher data, a new toolset (Jupyter Hub), and COVID-19 cohorts....

29 April, 2020

MCW GSPMC Offers New Assays to Facilitate COVID-19-related Investigations

Amidst the recent escalation of the Coronavirus Pandemic, significant research and clinical testing needs have emerged. In an effort to continue its steadfast support on and beyond the Medical College of Wisconsin’s (MCW) campus, the GSPMC has expanded its technological portfolio and offering of assays...

27 April, 2020

Discovery Radio – Episode #72: Perspectives on the COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic

It’s a global health crisis never before seen in our lifetime, leading some to misunderstand what it is we’re experiencing, question how we stop the spread of it, and left to wonder what happens next. So, we’ve reached out to some experts and thought leaders...

17 April, 2020

COVID-19 Research Initiative

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, CTSI partner institutions are working to bring together Southeastern Wisconsin's expansive network of basic scientists, clinical/translational investigators, clinicians, public health experts, community of stakeholders, and health system experts to join teams to improve health by translating research ideas to...

08 April, 2020