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For more information, please visit cctr.vcu.edu. In December 2015, VCU longtime benefactor C. Kenneth Wright has made a $16 million gift to name the C.

The VCU Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research seeks to advance science and foster partnerships to accelerate translational research for the betterment of human health. Virginia Commonwealth University established the Center for Clinical and Translational Research in 2007 to enhance research infrastructure and promote collaboration. In 2010, VCU received a $20 million Clinical & Translational Science Awards (CTSA) grant from the National Institutes of Health to become part of a nationwide consortium of research institutions. These institutions, including VCU through the center, seek to advance science and foster partnerships to speed innovation and accelerate laboratory discoveries into treatments for patients. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research. The gift, from Wright and the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Foundation, is the fifth-largest single gift in the history of the university. The gift establishes six C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Distinguished Chairs in Clinical and Translational Research and the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Physician-Scientist Scholars program, named for Wright and his late wife, Dianne. Researchers across the university are supported by the Wright Center in multidisciplinary research. At the same time, the center builds and nurtures mutually beneficial partnerships with community practitioners, community organizations and patients to enhance the adoption of evidence-based best practices in general clinical practice, delivering improved medical care to the region and advancing medical discoveries that save the lives of patients around the world.

07/09/2025

Our latest newsletter is here! Get updates on the new NIH Public Access policy and more.

Email from VCU Wright Center for Clinical & Translational Research news, events and opportunities July 9, 2025 View as Webpage No More Delays: NIH Requires Instant Public Access to Research Starting J

06/12/2025

Elizabeth Fortune, Administrative Director at VCU’s Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research, has been selected for the 2025–26 Fulbright U.S.–Germany International Education Administrators Award!

This prestigious honor will take Elizabeth to Germany this fall, where she will engage with German universities and research institutions to build international partnerships and deepen cross-cultural collaboration.

The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government’s flagship international educational exchange program, cultivating global leaders and advancing mutual understanding.

Learn more about Fulbright at https://fulbrightscholars.org.

06/11/2025

Our newsletter is now available to view: https://conta.cc/4jQTLdV

Email from VCU Wright Center for Clinical & Translational Research news, events and opportunities June 11, 2025 View as Webpage Wright in the News Dr. Richard Sterling, who leads the Wright Center’s C

05/28/2025

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Email from VCU Wright Center for Clinical & Translational Research news, events and opportunities May 28, 2025 View as Webpage Collaborative Cancer Research at VCU: Advancing Care and Economic Growth

05/22/2025

Join us for a rare, hands-on workshop exploring cutting-edge tools in AI, bioinformatics, and machine learning deployment—powered by Google Cloud and Resultant!
Dive into real-world applications like TCGA and AlphaFold analysis, cloud-based workflows, and advanced data strategies to elevate your research.

📅 Date: May 27, 2025
🕤 Time: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: VCU Sanger Hall, Room 1-044
⚠️ Space is limited—secure your spot today!
👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/4kvupTq

05/20/2025

Happy International Clinical Trials Day! Join us in celebrating the vital role of clinical research in advancing health—read more in our latest blog post: https://bit.ly/43iMKw1.

05/15/2025

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Paul Kline, PT, DPT, PhD, as one of our 2025 K12 Scholars at the Wright Center!

Dr. Kline is a physical therapist and movement scientist whose research focuses on improving mobility for individuals with lower limb amputation. His innovative work includes gait retraining and using eye-tracking technology to study how people navigate complex environments.

Now based at VCU, Dr. Kline is working to expand how we define mobility and improve real-world outcomes for people with chronic lower extremity conditions. We’re excited to support his journey as he continues advancing patient-centered research.

05/14/2025

From Research to Impact: Catch Up on the Wright Center’s Latest Highlights: https://conta.cc/3FaHtyB

Email from VCU Wright Center for Clinical & Translational Research news, events and opportunities May 14, 2025 View as Webpage VCU's Wright Center: Forging the Future of Healthcare Through Strategic R

04/30/2025

🎉 Wright Center at ACTS, New PhDs, and More!
Catch the latest in our newsletter — celebrate new PhDs, explore upcoming events, and discover fresh training opportunities! 🚀
Don’t miss out, check it out now!https://conta.cc/44agrSb

Email from VCU Wright Center for Clinical & Translational Research news, events and opportunities April 30, 2025 View as Webpage The Wright Regional Center Shines at ACTS 2025! The Wright Regional Cen

04/16/2025

Check out our newsletter! Inside are training opportunities and information on upcoming events at VCU. https://conta.cc/42JKbnA

Email from VCU Wright Center for Clinical & Translational Research news, events and opportunities April 16, 2025 View as Webpage Congratulations to Richmond Magazine's Top Docs! Congratulations to th

03/14/2025

Join us on March 19th, from 12-1 PM for an insightful session with Dr. Matt Banks on Incorporating Rigor and Reproducibility into Your NIH Grant Application. 📝

Learn essential strategies for effectively integrating rigor and reproducibility into your grant proposals—an important requirement for NIH funding success!

📍Virtual Event (via Zoom)
🔗Register here: https://bit.ly/41PriiZ
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your grant-writing skills!

03/07/2025

Call for Proposals: Thriving Communities Research Pilot Grant🚨

The VCU Division of Community Engagement is now accepting proposals for the Thriving Communities Research Pilot Grant Program! This program provides $25,000 in funding for pilot research projects that address community-identified needs and foster collaboration between VCU faculty and community partners.

Who Can Apply?
✅ Full-time VCU faculty
✅ Projects must involve a community partner
✅ Must address a need within VCU’s priority partner communities or provide a strong rationale for partnerships outside these areas

Why Apply?
✔️ $25,000 in funding for your pilot research
✔️ Engage in innovative, community-driven research
✔️ Build partnerships with community organizations
✔️ Strengthen your research for future external funding
✔️ Help advance VCU’s Thriving Communities mission

📅Deadline: March 14, 2025
🔗 Learn more & apply here:

The Division of Community Engagement invites proposals for the Thriving Communities Research Pilot Grant Program. This program provides $25,000 in funding for pilot research projects that address community-identified needs and foster collaboration between VCU faculty and community partners.

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1200 E Clay Street
Richmond, VA
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https://cctr.vcu.edu/

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The VCU C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research provides the commonwealth with infrastructure and resources that promote interdisciplinary human health research. As the first federally funded clinical and translational research center in Virginia, we foster research collaborations across the state and accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries to patient care.