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Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) stands united by a commitment to research, education, and service. As part of this mission, WashU has appointed the first Larry Shapiro Scholar in Population Health, marking an important step in strengthening research and collaboration in the field. Population Health Research at WashU As research has increasingly pointed toward […]

WashU Public Health’s Translational Science Benefits Model (TSBM) team — led by Anna La Manna, MSW, MPH, the manager for research translation at the school’s Center for Public Health Systems Science — has been named a winner of the Translational Science Education and Training Challenge by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences.

For years our trainees have devoted their efforts to learning fundamentals of medicine and diving deeper into their research interests. However, translational science isn’t just about conducting research; it’s about moving projects into actionable phases. This step requires something often overlooked: effective communication. In today’s society, there’s a noticeable shift towards valuing voices that are […]

The WashU Medicine Clinical Research Training Center (CRTC) is thrilled to share that Alison Antes, PhD has been appointed as the Director of the Master of Science in Clinical Investigation (MSCI) Degree Program. Dr. Antes is an Associate Professor in the Bioethics Research Center and the Division of General Medicine and Geriatrics at WashU Medicine. […]

Since its inception, the Translational Science Benefits Model (TSBM) has been shaping how health and clinical scientists think about their research and its real-world impact. When the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) launched a national challenge to identify standout models of translational science education and training, it created an opportunity to highlight innovative […]

In recent years, St. Louis has been recognized as a growing city, with numerous opportunities emerging in medicine and technology. The internationally celebrated Cortex Innovation District has been a significant driver, accelerating economic growth in the St. Louis region. Earlier this month, the WashU Medicine Clinical Research Training Center (CRTC) TL1 trainees had a chance […]

The WashU Medicine Department of Medicine (DOM) recently shared, by division, which DOM faculty members were selected among the 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctors®. We are so proud of the numerous alumni and program leaders from the Clinical Research Training Center who have been announced, demonstrating their commitment to excellence in healthcare provision. Endocrinology, Metabolism […]

In a world where clinical research drives life-changing advancements in healthcare, it is critical to have a team of well-informed, skilled, and dedicated professionals to carry out clinical trials. The Clinical Research Professional Apprenticeship was developed at the WashU Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences (ICTS), advancing the institute’s strong commitment to building a workforce […]

The WashU Medicine Department of Medicine recently announced their top scoring providers for the 2024-2025 Ambulatory Patient Experience. We’re proud to share that our K12 Oncology Director, Ramaswamy Govindan, MD, and numerous CRTC alumni were recognized for this achievement. Our program director and alumni proudly represented the Divisions of Bone Marrow Transplant, Endocrinology, Metabolism & […]

The 2025 Joint Master’s Programs Commencement and Recognition Ceremony was not only a time to celebrate the achievements of our graduates, but also an opportunity to honor individuals who stood out for their exceptional commitment to clinical investigation—whether in mentoring, teaching, or scholarship. Please join us in congratulating this year’s Master of Science in Clinical […]