The Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) of Northern Ohio is a partnership between Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic, MetroHealth, University Hospitals, VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System, Northeast Ohio Medical University, and the University of Toledo. Our mission is to move research to real life as quickly and safely as possible.
We offer many resources and services, including funding for investigators and students, with mentors to help move research through the pipeline from clinical trials to population health improvements.
Who Is Eligible?
To use CTSC services and/or receive funding, medical students must:
- Have a faculty mentor in good standing with an appointment at a CTSC partner institution.
- If the student and mentor are from the same institution, the student will need to have a collaborator from a different CTSC partner institution (assistance available for locating a collaborator if needed).
- Have a research idea or an active, approved research project.
- Either:
- Already have a collaborator at a CTSC partner institution, or
- Be willing to work with a collaborator the CTSC can help identify
Funding Opportunities
| Opportunities | Description |
|---|---|
| Voucher Services | Provides up to $7,500 in support for approved research-related services. |
| Core Utilization Pilot Awards | Provides up to $10,000 to support the use of core facilities and research resources for eligible projects. |
Available Resources
CTSC resources help medical students build research skills, strengthen study design, and access the support needed to move projects forward.
| Resources | Description |
|---|---|
| Research Education & Training | Access free courses through Canvas Catalog to build foundational and advanced skills in clinical and translational research. |
| Poster Printing Support | The CTSC covers the cost of poster printing for eligible students, postdoctoral scholars, and trainees participating in clinical and translational research projects through CWRU Printing Services. Review the Poster Printing SOP for submission instructions, eligibility details, and turnaround times. |
| Regulatory and Compliance Support | Receive guidance on research requirements and processes, including support with IRB-related questions and compliance needs. |
| Biostatistics & Informatics Support | Connect with BIDS experts in data science, study design, data analysis, and health informatics to strengthen your research project. |
Getting Started
To begin using CTSC services, follow these steps:
- Become a CTSC member
- Sign up for a SPARC account using your CWRU email
- Request a Medical Student Services consultation through SPARC