IIMS-CTSA e-Newsletter - IIMS-CTSA e-Newsletter May 2025

IIMS-CTSA e-Newsletter - IIMS-CTSA e-Newsletter May 2025 https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/ en-us 20 May 2025 03:30:27 EDT 20 May 2025 03:30:27 EDT https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/rss.xml Newsweaver IIMS-CTSA@uthscsa.edu (University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSCSA)) support@newsweaver.ie (Newsweaver) 60 true VA Research Week https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/12gj0g2riln?lang=en?rss=true [ https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/1dg8eckg75e/external ] We were proud to celebrate our IIMS Director, Dr. Robert Clark, who was recognized for his outstanding contributions to Veterans Affairs research. Dr. Clark was selected as one of six distinguished investigators honored during the VA’s 100th Anniversary of Research celebration. This milestone year commemorated a century of groundbreaking medical innovation. The ceremony showcased the extraordinary achievements of VA researchers who have shaped the future of Veteran care. The theme for this year, “100 Years of Research,” honored the researchers and staff whose pioneering efforts led to some of the most significant medical breakthroughs in history—from the invention of the CAT scan and pacemaker to the first liver transplant. These innovations have continued to transform health outcomes for Veterans and the wider public. The ceremony is available to view on YouTube at the link below. Dr. Clark's recognition begins at approximately 24 minutes into the program. https://www.youtube.com/live/BJ1KSTIYlng?si=w9ljVA2b3ZcFgm2_ [ https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/sd4qytzyvio/external ] 14 May 2025 12:00:00 EDT da201b499b570752fec7df9ec4e500d9 feature article <a href="https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/1dg8eckg75e/external" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img align="center" src="https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/65/70b9b77823ab8bfa070302.png" width="604" height="339" alt=""></a>   We were proud to celebrate our IIMS Director, Dr. Robert Clark, who was recognized for his outstanding contributions to Veterans Affairs research. Dr. Clark was selected as one of six distinguished investigators honored during the VA’s 100th Anniversary of Research celebration. This milestone year commemorated a century of groundbreaking medical innovation. The ceremony showcased the extraordinary achievements of VA researchers who have shaped the future of Veteran care. The theme for this year, “100 Years of Research,” honored the researchers and staff whose pioneering efforts led to some of the most significant medical breakthroughs in history—from the invention of the CAT scan and pacemaker to the first liver transplant. These innovations have continued to transform health outcomes for Veterans and the wider public.   The ceremony is available to view on YouTube at the link below. Dr. Clark's recognition begins at approximately 24 minutes into the program. <a style="color: #236fa1;" href="https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/sd4qytzyvio/external">https://www.youtube.com/live/BJ1KSTIYlng?si=w9ljVA2b3ZcFgm2_</a> Congratulations to the 2025–2026 IIMS/CTSA CTS Pilot Projects Awardees https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/7xrzebql1k7?lang=en?rss=true Congratulations to the 2025–2026 IIMS/CTSA Clinical and Translational Science (CTS) Pilot Project Awardees on their outstanding proposals and commitment to advancing translational research. We look forward to seeing the progress and contributions your work will bring to the field and our community. The Synergy of Community and Educational Partners: Developing a Model for Engaging Underserved Communities Lisa Kilpela, PhD & Carolyn Becker, PhD The Emergency Department Obstetrical Readiness Quality Initiative Katherine Remick, MD & Patrick Ramsey, MD, MSPH Smartphone-Based Risk Screening and Intervention in Prehospital Settings: A CTS Pilot Study to Overcome Access Barriers Jeffrey Rollman, PhD(c), MPH, NRP Unlocking Information in Legacy Medical Records for Research Mahanaz Syed, MS, PhD & Jannine Cody, PhD Clinical Translation and Validation of Dried Plasma Spot Cards Jeremy Tanner, MD, MPH & Tiffany Kautz, PhD Patient-Centric Approach to Identifying EHR Data Discrepancies: A Feasibility Study Zhan Wang, PhD & Meredith Zozus, PhD We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to all applicants. The quality of submissions reflect the strength and depth of our research community. 19 May 2025 12:00:00 EDT 580ec8e1518d1487bbe805dc765b115c feature article <img src="https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/2e/b50ab422a4befcf6e56312.png" width="608" height="342" alt="">   Congratulations to the 2025–2026 IIMS/CTSA Clinical and Translational Science (CTS) Pilot Project Awardees on their outstanding proposals and commitment to advancing translational research. We look forward to seeing the progress and contributions your work will bring to the field and our community.   The Synergy of Community and Educational Partners: Developing a Model for Engaging Underserved Communities Lisa Kilpela, PhD & Carolyn Becker, PhD   The Emergency Department Obstetrical Readiness Quality Initiative Katherine Remick, MD & Patrick Ramsey, MD, MSPH Smartphone-Based Risk Screening and Intervention in Prehospital Settings: A CTS Pilot Study to Overcome Access Barriers Jeffrey Rollman, PhD(c), MPH, NRP   Unlocking Information in Legacy Medical Records for Research Mahanaz Syed, MS, PhD & Jannine Cody, PhD   Clinical Translation and Validation of Dried Plasma Spot Cards Jeremy Tanner, MD, MPH & Tiffany Kautz, PhD   Patient-Centric Approach to Identifying EHR Data Discrepancies: A Feasibility Study Zhan Wang, PhD & Meredith Zozus, PhD We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to all applicants. The quality of submissions reflect the strength and depth of our research community.  Congratulations to Vanessa Young! https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/1ksoljnylna?lang=en?rss=true We’re proud to recognize Vanessa Young, a current PhD candidate in the Translational Sciences program, for her recent publication in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association. Her article, titled "Long sleep duration, cognitive performance, and the moderating role of depression: A cross-sectional analysis in the Framingham Heart Study," [ https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/w0yfilfv99l/external ] [ https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/w0yfilfv99l/external ] explores how depression may influence the relationship between sleep duration and cognitive function. Keep up the excellent work, Vanessa! 19 May 2025 12:00:00 EDT 6f1515b11f2c0579b22ae8428bfb4997 feature article <img src="https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/98/a5aa1bfc1125207b0d604f.png" width="609" height="343" alt="">   We’re proud to recognize Vanessa Young, a current PhD candidate in the Translational Sciences program, for her recent publication in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association. Her article, titled <a style="color: #236fa1;" href="https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/w0yfilfv99l/external" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">"Long sleep duration, cognitive performance, and the moderating role of depression: A cross-sectional analysis in the Framingham Heart Study,"</a> explores how depression may influence the relationship between sleep duration and cognitive function. Keep up the excellent work, Vanessa! Translational Technology Resource (TTR) Award https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/z5bahdgysiq?lang=en?rss=true The Institute for Integration of Medicine & Science (IIMS) is now accepting applications for Translational Technology Resource (TTR) awards to support genetic analyses at the single-cell level and spatial level. The proposed research must have relevance to clinical and/or translational science. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Proposals received on or before the 15th of a given month will be reviewed by the 15th of the following month. For more information click here. [ https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/as4erhq75ox/external ] Next application deadline is June 15th. 15 Jan 2025 12:00:00 EST 432e35f651e49a3c19b1ecca00dadd94 feature article b Now Accepting Applications! iims-ctsa@uthscsa.edu <img align="center" src="https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard200/1000322/96/3ff27220dc73aeceaf4a97.png" width="566" height="318" alt="">   <p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; color: #11122a; font-family: 'YAFdJlW65k4 0', _fb_, auto; line-height: 14px; text-align: center;"><span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none" style="color: #11122a; font-kerning: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">The Institute for Integration of Medicine & Science (IIMS) is now accepting applications for Translational Technology Resource (TTR) awards to support genetic analyses at the single-cell level and spatial level. The proposed research must have relevance to clinical and/or translational science. <p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; color: #11122a; font-family: 'YAFdJlW65k4 0', _fb_, auto; line-height: 14px; text-align: center;">  <p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; color: #11122a; font-family: 'YAFdJlW65k4 0', _fb_, auto; line-height: 14px; text-align: center;">Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Proposals received on or before the 15th of a given month will be reviewed by the 15th of the following month.  <p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; color: #11122a; font-family: 'YAFdJlW65k4 0', _fb_, auto; line-height: 14px; text-align: center;"><a style="color: #236fa1;" href="https://academicexternal.us.newsweaver.com/1oz2zs9m4c/as4erhq75ox/external" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">For more information click here.</a> <p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; color: #11122a; font-family: 'YAFdJlW65k4 0', _fb_, auto; line-height: 14px; text-align: center;"> Next application deadline is June 15th.