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September 2025 | CTSC Newsletter
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I am thrilled to share that the CTSC of Northern Ohio has been awarded all of the available Career Development, Research Training, and Research Education companion grants offered through the Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program. These include the K12 Mentored Research Career Development Award, the R25 Research Education Program, and both the T32 Predoctoral and Postdoctoral Training Grants.
These prestigious awards represent a major investment in our mission to train the next generation of translational scientists. Through structured coursework, mentored research, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, these programs provide outstanding opportunities for early-career researchers to gain the skills and experiences needed to accelerate discoveries into real-world health solutions.
We are excited to launch these programs and look forward to the impact they will have on advancing science, collaboration, and health for all!
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Now Accepting Applications:
K12 Career Development Program for Clinician Investigators
The Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) of Northern Ohio is excited to announce the upcoming application cycle for its prestigious K12 Career Development Program. Designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in clinical and translational research, this multi-year initiative provides early-career clinician investigators with intensive, hands-on training, comprehensive mentorship, and extensive institutional support.
The K12 program serves as an academic home for scholars from diverse professional backgrounds who are passionate about advancing patient-oriented and team-based research. Through a curriculum that bridges molecular medicine, public health sciences, and more, scholars develop the skills needed to lead multidisciplinary research teams and translate scientific discoveries into improved health outcomes.
Eligibility:
Applicants must have a doctoral degree, hold a position at a CTSC partner institution, and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Program benefits include salary support, research and travel funds, tuition assistance, and access to experienced mentors.
Applications & supporting materials are due October 1, 2025.
| Former K scholars Elizabeth Pfoh, PhD, MPH (left) and Shanina Knighton, PhD, RN, CIC (middle) sit with Lora Parent, MBA (right) from the CTSC of Northern Ohio to discuss methodologies & technologies in an upcoming episode of 'From Research to Real Life' podcast. |
2026 CTSC Annual Pilot Award Program – Call for Applications
The CTSC Annual Pilot Award Program 2026 is now accepting Letters of Intent for innovative research projects that advance clinical and translational science across Northern Ohio. Up to eight awards of $50,000 each are available for projects running July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027. This competitive program supports proposals that bring together at least two CTSC partner institutions and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration to address urgent health questions and improve outcomes in our region.
Priority will be given to projects in areas such as translational science, multi-center collaborations, dissemination and implementation of research findings, rural health, artificial intelligence, and other emerging topics like gene editing, microbiome, and advances in medical imaging. Projects should be feasible within a 12-month timeframe and demonstrate a clear plan for impact, innovation, and team science. Early-stage investigators and community-engaged research efforts are especially encouraged.
Applicants are invited to register for the Annual Pilot Program Technical Webinar on Monday, September 15, 2025, from 12:00PM to 1:00PM (virtual via Zoom) to learn more about the program and application process. Read the full 2026 Annual Pilot RFA.
LOI Due: Monday, October 20, 2025
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Nominations are now open for the third annual Advanced Translational Leadership in Academic Science (ATLAS) Program, a prestigious leadership development initiative. ATLAS, limited to just 20 participants, features four (4) intensive, in-person sessions throughout 2026 focused on team science, leadership skills, collaborative projects, and professional development workshops.
The program brings together researchers from institutions including Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Clinic, MetroHealth, NEOMED, University Hospitals, University of Toledo, and the VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System.
Who Can Participate?
- Associate Professors in clinical or translational research
- Full Professors in clinical or translational research
- Investigators interested in team science and cross-institutional collaboration
Program Dates for 2026:
- March 5-6
- May 7-8
- July 9-10
- September 10-11
How to Nominate:
Email the nominees name and email address (self-nominations welcome) to
atlas-ctsc@case.edu by October 20, 2025. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory.
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Cohort 2 of the ATLAS program taking on a team-building challenge.
Discover highlights from past cohorts on our website!
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CTSC Event
September 15 - 19, 2025
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Translational Science Week 2025:
Safety in Research
Join us for the third annual Translational Science Week, September 15–19, as the CTSC celebrates its 18th birthday with a week dedicated to advancing safety and quality in research! Enjoy a variety of events, including technical webinars, in-person networking, engaging discussions, and special funding announcements.
Translational Science Week Agenda:
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CTSC Event
Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 9:30AM - 6:00PM | MCC
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Advancing Frontiers in the Science of Reproduction: A Multidisciplinary Symposium
Join us at the MidTown Collaboration Center for Advancing Frontiers in the Science of Reproduction—a free, day-long symposium bringing together Northern Ohio’s reproductive science research community. Co-hosted by the CTSC of Northern Ohio, CWRU Center for Global Health and Disease, CWRU School of Medicine Department of Pathology, and the University Hospitals Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, this event will foster multidisciplinary conversations on translational reproductive science, with a special focus on community-engaged research, dissemination, and implementation to address pressing reproductive health challenges.
Event Highlights:
- Keynote by Dr. Erica E. Marsh, University of Michigan School of Medicine
- Workshop with Dr. Peter S. Hovmand on building effective academic-community partnerships
- Research Spotlight Sessions featuring postdocs and faculty from CTSC partner institutions
- Panel Discussion: "Communication in Context"—strategies for effective research dissemination
- Community Book Reading & Networking: Inferior by Angela Saini, the first 100 registrants will receive a free copy!
- Lunch and parking provided
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CTSC Event
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 8:00AM - 5:00PM | MCC
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Second Annual Epic Cosmos Datathon
Join the CTSC of Northern Ohio for the second multi-institutional Epic Cosmos Datathon at the MidTown Collaboration Center. This immersive, day-long event brings together participants from diverse backgrounds to collaboratively tackle complex healthcare data challenges using Epic Cosmos resources. Teams will spend the day developing creative solutions and transforming ideas into impactful results, culminating in an engaging session where each group presents their discoveries and insights to the community.
Whether you’re interested in data science, clinical research, or just eager to see innovation in action, the Datathon is a unique chance to connect with colleagues and drive progress in healthcare. Curious what it’s all about? Watch the recap video from last year’s inaugural Datathon below for a behind-the-scenes look at the energy and achievements from the event.
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ACTS Membership for Community Members
CTSC community partners are eligible to become members of the Association for Clinical and Translational Science (ACTS). Community members are able to access ACTS' member benefits, including:
- Discounted registration to the annual Translational Science meeting
- Opportunities to participate in Special Interest Groups and Committees
- Access to the ACTS community platform website, Tradewing
- And more!
To join, community members can create an account on the ACTS website and join under Case Western Reserve University.
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