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Based at the Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison, ICTR is an NIH-funded Clinical & Translational Science Awards (CTSA) site linking basic research to improvements in human health. We discover, translate & disseminate interventions to improve health & health care.
The Recruitment & Retention Resource Center recently wrapped up its workshop series titled "How we talk with research participants: The art of communication." If you missed a session or want a refresher, you can watch the recordings on the ICTR YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
December 23, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Apply by Jan. 4, 2026. ICTR is seeking an Implementation Scientist for its D&I Launchpad team. Contribute to program growth by providing consultations, leading training programs, and collaborating with researchers on a variety of established and newly funded projects. ictr.wisc.edu/careers/
December 19, 2025 at 8:33 PM
11 trainees make up the latest cohort of the TL1 Training Awards Program. This NIH-funded program provides research support, career development opportunities, and training in team science and translational science to early-career researchers. Learn more: ictr.wisc.edu/news/ictr-an...
December 18, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Applications are open for two distinct funding mechanisms: the Advancing Translational Research & Science Pilot Award and the Translational Basic & Clinical Research Pilot Award.

Learn more about deadlines, eligibility, and how to apply on the ICTR website: ictr.wisc.edu/news/ictr-in...
December 18, 2025 at 9:09 PM
⏲️Reminder: Submit Letters of Intent by Feb 20 for the LHS Demonstration Project. More details, including eligibility, can be found on our website: ictr.wisc.edu/funding/lear...
December 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Apply by Feb. 1, 2026, for fall admission to ICTR’s Clinical Investigation Graduate Program (MS & PhD). Our program covers:

✅ Biostatistics
✅ Epidemiology
✅ Clinical study design
✅ Clinical trials conduct
✅ Ethical and responsible research practices

Learn more: ictr.wisc.edu/program/clin...
December 16, 2025 at 4:11 PM
10 interdisciplinary research teams received the Translational Basic and Clinical Research Pilot Award! This award supports projects focused on developing new clinical interventions, integrating translational research, or addressing current and emerging health crises. 🔗 go.wisc.edu/o2egey
December 15, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Congrats to #UWGrad Beverly Hutcherson for completing her Masters in Endocrinology and Reproductive Physiology! Beverly is continuing her academic journey as an ICTR ADEPT Scholar, pursuing a PhD in Clinical Investigation.

Read more about her journey: www.obgyn.wisc.edu/ob-gyn-depar...
December 12, 2025 at 3:32 PM
ICTR is seeking concept proposals that tackle major challenges in moving health interventions from research to sustainable adoption in health systems or communities. This opportunity is part of ICTR's upcoming renewal for the Clinical and Translation Science Award from NIH. 🔗 go.wisc.edu/cklio7
December 11, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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Congratulations to Connie Chamberlain, PhD, principal scientist in Dr. Jon Odorico's Lab, for receiving a one-year, $50,000 Translational Basic & Clinical Research Pilot Award from the UW Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (@uw-ictr.bsky.social). go.wisc.edu/l0q28e
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Dr. Connie Chamberlain was recently awarded a one-year, $50,000 Translational basic & Clinical Research Pilot Award.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Join the D&I Launchpad tomorrow for the next Implementation Science Seminar! Presenters will share an overview of what it means to bring an Learning Health System approach to a health care improvement project. 👉 Register today: ictr.wisc.edu/event/the-uw...
December 11, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Don't miss the last session of How we talk with research participants: The art of communication. The panelists will discuss how they build trust with research participants, communicate complex information, handle difficult situations, and practice self-care.

Register today: go.wisc.edu/db871i
December 9, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Apply by Dec. 17! 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. ictr.wisc.edu/careers/
December 9, 2025 at 3:28 PM
The RF-DASH program at MCRI was featured on This Week in Agribusiness (Nov. 8 edition)! Tune in at 21:50 to hear about their free, online farm safety training and MCRI’s commitment to rural health.

👉Watch here: www.farmprogress.com/marketing/th...
December 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Excited to welcome Dr. Michael Pulia to the KL2 Scholars Program as co-director! He’ll join Drs. Schweizer & Liu to help shape the program’s future and mentor clinician-scientist scholars. Learn more about Dr. Pulia and the KL2 program: ictr.wisc.edu/news/kl2-sch...
December 4, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Catch up on the Clinical Trials Community of Practice seminars on the ICTR YouTube Channel! Learn about innovative solutions to conducting all kinds of clinical trials, including those initiated by investigators and those sponsored by industry. go.wisc.edu/a5v26y
November 25, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Join the UW Clinical Trials Community of Practice this November for an insightful session with Jessica Cook, PhD. Find out how to attend: ictr.wisc.edu/event/a-lear...
November 12, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Nov 14: Don’t miss the next Implementation Science Seminar! Abram Becker from Discovery to Product will share how commercialization can boost your research impact.

Register to attend 👉 go.wisc.edu/rbv515
November 10, 2025 at 7:35 PM
We’re thrilled to welcome 43 scholars to the 25-26 Pathway Program cohort! Funded by the Wisconsin Partnership Program, the Pathway Program supports the mentorship and professional development of scholars at different stages of an academic career. Learn more: ictr.wisc.edu/news/pathway...
November 7, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Don't miss this recent publication from ICTR leaders, Drs. Pfund & Sorkness in JCTS: “Advancing the science and practice of effective mentorship." This special issue features 15 peer-reviewed papers that deepen the understanding of effective mentorship in research. 🔗 go.wisc.edu/zgq706
November 5, 2025 at 6:02 PM
New ICTR funding opportunity! Submit Letters of Intent by Feb 20 for the LHS Demonstration Project. More details, including eligibility, can be found on our website: ictr.wisc.edu/funding/lear...
November 4, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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...
October 24, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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
October 20, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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
October 9, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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...
October 8, 2025 at 8:28 PM