University of Rochester
Introduction to Translational Science
University of Rochester

Introduction to Translational Science

Taught in English

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10 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
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What you'll learn

  • Students will be able to define translational science.

  • Students will be able to explain how translational science can accelerate research discoveries to impact healthcare practices.

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There are 3 modules in this course

The first lesson in Introduction to Translational Science provides an overview of the basic definitions and key concepts related to clinical and translational science and the CTSA program. Students will learn about the different stages of translational research and the roadblocks that impede progress across the spectrum.The second lesson in Introduction to Translational Science provides an introduction to T1 research which is research that translates findings from basic (laboratory) research to humans through developing treatments and interventions. T1 research is often conducted through observational studies, case studies, proof-of-concept studies, phase I clinical trials, and phase II clinical trials

What's included

8 videos5 readings1 quiz2 discussion prompts

The third lesson in Introduction to Translational Science provides an introduction to T2 research, which is research that translates findings from T1 research (humans) to patients. T2 research is often conducted through Phase III clinical trials, observational studies, evidence synthesis, and clinical guidelines development. The fourth lesson in Introduction to Translational Science provides an introduction to T3 research, which is research that translates findings from T2 research (patients) to actual clinical practices. T3 research is often conducted through Phase IV clinical trials, health services research, and clinical outcomes research.

What's included

9 videos6 readings1 quiz2 discussion prompts

The fifth lesson of Introduction to Translational Science provides an introduction to T4 research, which is research that translates findings from practices (T3 research) to communities, both domestic and globally. T4 research is often conducted through prevention and outcome studies, mass screening studies, and health policy studies.The sixth lesson of Introduction to Translational Science provides an overview of how interested individuals can participate in clinical and translational research; as an independent research, as a clinical research professional, and as a study volunteer. The final segment of the module demonstrates what a typical study volunteer will encounter if they are selected to participate in a clinical trial.

What's included

10 videos8 readings1 quiz2 discussion prompts

Instructor

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4.7 (33 ratings)
Martin S. Zand, MD, PhD
University of Rochester
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