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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 18h

While past studies suggested a link between SLIT2 protein and late-onset dementia, no commercial test confirmed it or explored it. Now, Boston University researchers show SLIT2 levels in eye fluid and blood significantly correlate with cognitive scores. www.bumc.bu.edu/camed/news-e...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 1d

🏆 Do you know an investigator, educator, trainee, or team making a major impact in clinical and translational science? Help us celebrate their contributions by submitting a nomination for the Translational Science 2026 Awards.

Submit by November 18, 2025.

www.actscience.org/Translationa...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 2d

Didn’t submit a session but still want to be part of the educational programming? The call for poster proposals is still open! Share your research for the evening poster reception—a marquee event of the meeting. Submit your abstract by Monday, October 20. www.actscience.org/Translationa...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 5d

Hepatitis C can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer, and death, yet infections remain high—especially among women. A Washington University study finds that starting antiviral treatment before hospital discharge helps new mothers finish therapy and be cured. medicine.washu.edu/news/innovat...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 6d

The ACTS Scholar and TREATS SIGs are hosting a live webinar, “Digital Strategies for Scientific Success: Tools, Mentorship, and Communication in the Modern Age.”
Learn digital strategies to boost your scientific career on Tuesday, October 28 at 2:00 PM ET. weillcornell.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 7d

ACTS is excited to share that the Fellows of ACTS (FACTS) program is now open for nominations! FACTS is a premier membership honor recognizing individuals who have made contributions and provided outstanding service to the CTS field. Submit by November 10.
www.actscience.org/Membership/F...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 9d

Scientific session submissions may be closed, but poster proposals for TS26 are open through October 20!

This is your chance to:
✅ Share your findings
✅ Gain valuable feedback and collaborations
✅ Compete for recognition as one of the Top 50 Posters

Learn more 👉 www.actscience.org/Translationa...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 14d

A new analysis comparing different dementia care approaches found that caregivers of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias reported greater satisfaction with care provided through either of two comprehensive dementia care programs. www.uclahealth.org/news/release...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 15d

📢 Share your research in the Journal of Clinical and Translational Science (JCTS), the official journal of ACTS and CR Forum! JCTS publishes peer-reviewed work across the full spectrum of translation. For full submission guidelines and journal policies, visit here: mc.manuscriptcentral.com/jcts

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 16d

Introducing FACTS – Fellows of ACTS! A premier membership program recognizing individuals who have made substantial contributions to clinical and translational science. Nominations open October 1, 2025!
Becoming a Fellow is a chance to be recognized for excellence. www.actscience.org/Membership/F...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 19d

Scientific sessions for Translational Science 2026 are due Sept. 22. Sessions are 60 minutes, and must feature participants from multiple institutions. Broad representation across background, career stage, and geographic location is strongly encouraged. www.actscience.org/Translationa...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 20d

A team of researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has developed a new method to identify and reduce biases in datasets used to train machine-learning algorithms—addressing an issue that can affect diagnostic accuracy and treatment decisions. www.mountsinai.org/about/newsro...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 22d

Discover Translational Science 2026 and explore year-round sponsorship opportunities. With over 1,200 attendees, TS26 is the perfect place to connect with leaders, spark collaborations, and showcase your mission in clinical and translational science.

View the prospectus: brojure.com/acts-transla...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 27d

Do you know someone who deserves to be recognized for outstanding or groundbreaking work? Is your institution embarking on an exciting project? Send ACTS your story using this form to be highlighted in future issues of the ACTS Connection. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 28d

The ACTS Learning Library is the centralized location for all ACTS educational offerings, including partner webinars and past Translational Science recordings. ACTS members receive complimentary access to webinars and recordings. www.actscience.org/Professional...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · 29d

Submit a #TS26 Scientific Session proposal by September 22, 2025, to lead a 60-minute discussion with Q&A.

Poster proposals are due October 20, 2025. Posters will be presented over two days, with the Top 50 spotlighted in special presentations. www.actscience.org/Translationa...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · Sep 4

A new wireless and wearable device developed by Northwestern Medicine scientists, in collaboration with NU spinout company, Epicore Biosystems, measures specific biomarkers in a person’s sweat with similar accuracy to standard testing methods. Read more
news.feinberg.northwestern.edu/2025/08/18/n...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · Sep 3

Contribute to TS26! Scientific Sessions offer 60-minute concurrent programming organized as you propose providing an opportunity to share your expertise with the community. Research-based posters are eligible for Top 50 recognition and publication in JCTS. www.actscience.org/Translationa...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · Aug 28

Put Your Research Where It Matters.

Translational Science 2026 (TS26) will be a hub of ideas, innovation, and impact—and we want your work at the center. This is a national stage to share insights, connect with leaders, and help shape the future of CTS. www.actscience.org/Translationa...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · Aug 19

The ACTS Digital Badge Pilot Program is ending soon, so now is the time to act! The Team Science Fundamentals badge is the first digital credential designed to show your proficiency in team science concepts and you can claim it for yourself with the pilot. www.actscience.org/Professional...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · Aug 18

Did you hear? We’re now accepting proposals for posters and scientific sessions at Translational Science 2026! Help shape next year's program around “Building Trustworthy Translation.” Find the full list of topics and instructions on our website. www.actscience.org/Translationa...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · Aug 13

Applications are still being accepted for the first of its kind Team Science Fundamentals badge. Be one of the first to take advantage of this opportunity during the pilot phase. Shape the future of digital badging at ACTS and across translational science. www.actscience.org/Professional...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · Aug 11

Posters and Scientific Sessions proposals are now open for Translational Science 2026 (TS26)!

Join us April 20–23, 2026, in Milwaukee, WI and submit your proposals for scientific sessions or posters and help shape the future of translational science. www.actscience.org/Translationa...

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Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · Aug 6

UCLA Health researchers identified four distinct pathways that lead to Alzheimer’s by analyzing electronic health records, revealing how the condition develops over time rather than from isolated risk factors. The study examined data from 25,000 patients.
www.uclahealth.org/news/release...

Association for Clinical and Translational Science @actscience.bsky.social · Aug 4

Happening Wednesday! Don’t miss the next TIER SIG Grand Rounds webinar on August 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM ET. Guest speaker Antonio A. Brown, PhD, will lead a dynamic, collaborative session on navigating the challenges of today’s evolving EDI research landscape. smithbucklin.zoom.us/webinar/regi...