Spotlight: Translational Science Benefits Model | Clinical Research Training Center

CRTC scholars and alumni are translating their research into real-world impact

The CRTC has adopted the Translational Science Benefits Model (TSBM) which offers a framework for documenting clinical and translational outcomes and communicating the impact to broader audiences. Developed at WashU in collaboration with the Bernard Becker Medical Library, Center for Public Health Systems Science, and Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences, this tool highlights advancements in the field by identifying benefits in the clinical, community, economic, and policy domains.

The Translation Science Benefits Conceptual Model demonstrates how “Resources flow into Scientific Activities and Capacity Building, which lead to Scientific Outputs and Translational Science Outcomes, which lead to Translational Science Benefits. All steps are impacted by Scientific, Financial, Organizational, Political, and Social Environmental Influences.” (from translationalsciencebenefits.wustl.edu/about-the-model)

The TSBM offers a robust toolkit as well as the ability to feature research impact, and numerous K scholars and T trainees have had their work featured in Case Studies and Impact Profiles.

Case Studies

Case studies offer an in-depth analysis of research projects and present the insights as stories that can be shared with others.

KL2 Alum Lauren Roland, MD, MSCI Offers Insights for Preventing and Treating Invasive Fungal Sinusitis (Links to an external site)

KL2 alum Lauren Roland, MD, MSCI investigated the development of fungal sinusitis in the body with the potential for treatment and prevention options, improved life expectancy and quality of life in the immunocompromised, and lowered medical and treatment costs.

KL2 Alum Max Petersen, MD, PhD Compares the Metabolic Effects of Different Weight Loss Diets (Links to an external site)

KL2 alum Max Petersen, MD, PhD conducted a trial to understand whether or not specific diets enhance or impair the metabolic benefits of weight loss, and his study showed a potential for informed national and international guidelines for nutrition and obesity, community resources for beneficial dietary interventions, and cost effective weight loss programs.

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Impact Profiles

Impact Profiles provide a snapshot of the research project by summarizing the challenge, approach, impact, and key benefits on one page.

TL1 Trainee Amanda Gilbert, PhD Strengthens Community-Based Partnerships for Maternal Health (Links to an external site)

TL1 trainee Amanda Gilbert, PhD identified approaches for forming and strengthening community-based partnerships that support the successful integration of home visiting health programs aimed at preventing chronic disease in mothers.

KL2 Scholar Nicholas Szoko, MD, PhD Partners with Community to Address Youth Violence (Links to an external site)

KL2 Scholar Nicholas Szoko, MD, PhD collaborated with young people and community partners to cultivate safety among youth through empowerment, social connection, and community support.

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