WashU Medicine Clinical Research Training Center

07/09/2025

The is kicking off our 2025-2026 Career Development Seminar Series on August 26!

Join us at for a talk with renowned image forensics expert Elisabeth Bik, PhD, as she discusses common types of inappropriately duplicated images, how to report potential misconduct, and the growing issue of scientific 'paper mills.'

This event is open to all, but registration is required. Reserve your spot today: bit.ly/4lxaDrf

07/03/2025

Join us in celebrating KL2 alum Kelly Harris, PhD, CCC-SLP, for being selected as one of five William T. Grant Scholars for the Class of 2030! This well-earned recognition highlights her impactful research and commitment to improving outcomes for students with chronic conditions. Congratulations, Dr. Harris!

Congratulations to Kelly Harris, PhD, CCC-SLP, who is featured in The Record for being selected as a William T. Grant scholar. The prestigious award, funded by the William T. Grant Foundation, supports early-career researchers and provides $425,000 for each of the scholars to develop their research and broaden their skills and expertise. “This program will support our work supporting care coordination across medical and education settings to improve health and academic outcomes for Black youth with asthma,” says Harris. Read more: https://ow.ly/Mmgo50Whuh0

06/30/2025

The is currently seeking applications for the KL2 Career Development Awards Program, aimed at incoming or current junior faculty interested in clinical and translational research. This program provides financial support and infrastructure allowing scholars protected time to perform research and engage in formal didactic instruction.

**Beginning this year, we’re excited to offer a dedicated slot for a junior faculty member conducting Population Health Research!

Letter of Interest Deadline: July 21, 2025
Application Deadline: September 1, 2025

Learn more: bit.ly/washukl2

06/25/2025

Let's continue supporting our community however we can! Just a couple of days left for this drive.

Join Us in Supporting Tornado Relief for North County St. Louis
In the wake of the May 2025 tornado that devastated areas of North County St. Louis, we’re organizing a Tornado Relief Drive to support affected families and individuals.

We are accepting donations through Friday, June 27.

Drop-off locations:
Medical School
📍 McMillan Hospital: 6th, 7th, and 11th floors near elevators
📍 Becker Medical Library
📍 FLTC Atrium
📍 Mid Campus Center Suite 9400
📍 NRB 1st Floor by reception
📍 NRB 3rd Floor by Kaldi's

Most-needed items include:
Non-perishable food (especially canned goods with pop-top lids, pasta, rice)
Bottled water
Cleaning supplies (bleach, disinfectant wipes, paper towels, trash bags, rubber gloves)
Personal hygiene items (toothpaste, soap, deodorant, feminine hygiene products)
Diapers and baby wipes
Towels and blankets
New socks and underwear (all sizes)
Flashlights and batteries
First-aid supplies
Tarps and work gloves

06/20/2025

Summer is officially here ☀️ and now’s the time to explore the core principles of scientific investigation with Bench Fundamentals for Translational Research! Registration for this unique summer course closes soon. Enroll now!

Learn more: bit.ly/3HOnLd7

Bench Fundamentals for Translational Research is open for enrollment! Gain insights into key research approaches through this unique 3-week summer course that blends theory with hands-on experience. Register by July 1st!

For details or to enroll, contact us at crtc@wustl.edu.

06/06/2025

This was such an exciting week for the ! We loved welcoming our new ASPIRE and TL1 cohorts and seeing all their smiling faces. These trainees already show so much drive and passion, and we're looking forward to supporting them as they dive into their projects, build meaningful connections, and grow as researchers.

05/23/2025

We proudly commend KL2 alum Andrej Spec, MD, MSCI, for the life-changing work he is leading at the Invasive Fungal Infections Clinic at WashU Medicine. Take a look at how the center's research, diagnoses, and patient care are making a profound impact!

05/16/2025

We are inspired by the dedication and talent of this year's MSCI Award Recipients! Whether through mentorship, teaching, or scholarship, these individuals have helped make the community stronger. Join us in congratulating them!

Read more >> bit.ly/4j8FUzf

05/15/2025

All across Washington University in St. Louis, faculty, staff, scholars, and loved ones recently gathered to celebrate the achievements of our graduates. We're especially proud of the graduates who completed the MSCI, MTPCI, and TL1 programs. Congrats!

Event recap >> bit.ly/3EUSvbl

Thank you to Carrie Rife Photography for capturing beautiful moments during the ceremony!

05/09/2025

Congrats, graduates! Your hard work has paid off, and today is your day. Whether you're being recognized for completing the MSCI, MTPCI, or TL1 program, we're so proud of you! Don’t forget to tag the in your posts so we can celebrate with you! 🎉

05/07/2025

Through thought-provoking conversations with ICTS leaders, scholars and alumni, and keynote speaker Ruth O’Hara, PhD from Stanford Medicine, the ICTS Symposium explored impactful practices in translational science and how to apply them in the real world! Well done!

05/02/2025

As a center that is proudly , the strives to instill hope, build trust, and deepen our partnership with the community. Thank you to everyone that contributed to a meaningful day of community engagement for our TL1 trainees!

Read the full story: bit.ly/43bs5et