Translational Science 2023: Innovating Translational Science for Research

Translational Science 2023, the annual meeting of the Association for Clinical and Translational Science (ACTS), will be held at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC between April 18-20, 2023, with pre-meeting activities taking place on April 17, 2023. Join ACTS and our partners as we focus on Innovating Translational Science for Research across clinical research and translational science, with an emphasis on diversity, and translational and team science. For more please visit our website.

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  • Monday, April 17, 2023

  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 11:00 AM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 3:00 PM (EST)

    BERD SIG Business Meeting*

    Annual face to face business meeting of the Biostatistics Epidemiology Research and Design Special Interest Group.
    Description:
    During our annual meeting, we will discuss our works in progress, including papers and projects, as well as our outreach efforts. We may also have a special presentation. We will also discuss plans for future projects and efforts. All interested BERD practitioners are welcome and encouraged to attend. 

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    Room: International Ballroom West
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 11:00 AM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 1:00 PM (EST)

    Scholar SIG Meeting*

    The Scholar SIG provides trainees and other early-career scholars with experiences and opportunities to advance their careers in academia, industry, government, and/or entrepreneurship in the fields of clinical and translational science.
    Description:
    The Scholar SIG provides trainees and other early-career scholars with experiences and opportunities to advance their careers in academia, industry, government, and/or entrepreneurship in the fields of clinical and translational science.

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    Room: Georgetown West
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 11:30 AM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 1:30 PM (EST)

    Research Operations and Administration SIG Meeting*

    The Research Ops and Admin SIG meeting provides a venue for networking, idea sharing, problem solving and building partnerships among administrators.
    Description:
    Join the Research Operations & Administration Special Interest Group for our annual Business Meeting - an opportunity to discuss progress, share strategies, and explore additional opportunities to catalyze, accelerate, and transform clinical and translational science.

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    Room: Jefferson East & West
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 12:00 PM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 4:00 PM (EST)

    Evaluation SIG Thematic & Business Meeting*

    Meet colleagues interested in evaluation, strategic management, and continuous improvement of clinical and translational science programs.
    Description:

    The Evaluation SIG meeting will include a brief SIG business meeting followed by presentations and discussions of efforts to enhance evaluation processes for translational science. These will include:

    • Evaluation Approaches in Advancing Health Equity
    • Impact Evaluation Practice
    • Networking activity
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    Room: Lincoln West
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 1:30 PM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 4:30 PM (EST)

    Informatics SIG Meeting*

    The newly formed Informatics SIG will meet in person to set goals for the coming year and strategize.
    Description:
    The newly formed Informatics SIG will meet in person to set goals for the coming year and strategize.

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    Room: Georgetown West
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 1:30 PM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 4:30 PM (EST)

    JEDI SIG Meeting*

    Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) SIG Meeting
    Description:
    All are welcome at this in person meeting of the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) special interest group. JEDI holds monthly virtual meetings and has active working groups on health equity and JEDI in the workforce. This meeting will include those topics, member support, and planning for future JEDI activities.

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    Room: Georgetown East
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 2:00 PM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 4:00 PM (EST)

    Clinical Research Professional Taskforce (CRPT) SIG Meeting*

    Meeting and updates for the Clinical Research Professional Taskforce.
    Description:

    Discuss recent efforts that have involved bringing together national experts to discuss emergent issues in hiring, on-boarding and managing and supporting career growth of clinical research professionals. Meeting and updates for the Clinical Research Professional Taskforce.


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    Room: Jefferson East & West
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 2:00 PM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 4:00 PM (EST)

    PACER SIG Annual Meeting*

    Meet to update one another on best practices for community engaged research, to develop a schedule of meeting presentations and to plan collaborative activities that support growth in community partnerships.
    Description:
    PACER, Partners to Accelerate Community Engaged Research, meets to update one another on best practices for community engaged research, to develop a schedule of meeting presentations and to plan collaborative activities that support growth in community partnerships. This year, join for an opportunity to review and plan the trajectory of the group, both structure and function.

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    Room: Monroe
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 2:00 PM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 4:00 PM (EST)

    Research Education Professionals SIG Meeting*

    The Research Education Professionals SIG provides opportunities for program administrators to network, share best practices in program administration, and explore new systems in reporting and tracking scholar progress and outcomes.
    Description:

    Are you involved with CTSA career development and training programs? Do you have questions about your role, but there’s no one at your institution to ask? Join us for the opportunity to meet and network with other CTSA colleagues involved in managing research education programs.

    We will have discussion groups on the following topics:

    • Developing curriculum for the characteristics of a translational scientist
    • Making the transition from KL and TL programs to K12 and T32
    • Collecting programmatic feedback data – how do you do it, what tools do you use, and what advice do you have for others?

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    Room: Lincoln East
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 6:00 PM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 8:00 PM (EST)

    Scholar Career Pathways Reception, Sponsored by PhRMA Foundation*

    Designed for students and fellows, talk one on one in a relaxed reception-like atmosphere with experts from diverse fields of translational science.
    Description:

    Join us at Translational Science 2023 for the Scholar Career Pathways reception! This event, designed for students and fellows, will feature the opportunity to talk one on one in a relaxed reception-like atmosphere with experts from diverse fields of translational science.

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    Room: International Terrace Foyer
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  •   Monday, April 17, 2023, 6:30 PM - Monday, April 17, 2023, 8:00 PM (EST)

    SIG Reception*

    Network in person and share strategies on what has led to each SIG's success.
    Description:

    Join us at Translational Science 2023 for a SIG reception! This event will give leaders and members of all ACTS’ Special Interest Groups the opportunity to network in person and share strategies on what has led to each group’s success. All SIG members are invited to attend, and attendees that are not current ACTS members can join a SIG today.

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    Room: Concourse Foyer
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  • Tuesday, April 18, 2023

  •   Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 10:00 AM - Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 11:30 AM (EST)

    Scholars Networking with Federal Training Partners*

    Join this session and meet face to face with representatives from key federal agencies, such as the AHRQ, FDA, NIH, PCORI, and VA.
    Description:

    Join this session and meet face to face with representatives from key federal agencies, such as the AHRQ, FDA, NIH, and VA. Talk about your research and career goals and gain immediate feedback and advice. 

    AHRQ - The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s

    BARDA - Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority

    FDA - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration

    HRSA - Health Services Research Agency

    NIH - The National Institutes of Health

    PCORI - Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute

    VA - U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs - Office of Academic Affairs

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    Room: Lincoln East & West
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  •   Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 12:00 PM - Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 1:00 PM (EST)

    Trainee Networking Luncheon*

    Trainees will have the opportunity for interdisciplinary networking with their peers and faculty across the research spectrum.
    Description:

    Participants must be pre-registered for lunch. Walk-In’s will not be accepted on-site, OR the day of the event. Space is limited to 200 participants. This trainee networking lunch, will be hosted from 1:00-2:00 pm on Tuesday, April 18. By registering for this event, you secure a spot as a pre- or post- doctoral trainee, program faculty, or staff member. Trainees will have the opportunity for interdisciplinary networking with their peers and faculty across the research spectrum. Take advantage of this opportunity while you are at Translational Science 2023 to make valuable connections!

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    Room: Lincoln East & West
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  •   Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 7:00 PM - Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 9:00 PM (EST)

    BERD SIG Dinner*

    Biostatistics Epidemiology Research and Design (BERD) SIG Dinner
    Description:

    The BERD SIG dinner will be held at The Regent (Thai Cuisine) from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. ET and includes a preset menu of an appetizer, entrée, and beverage (including vegetarian). The total charge is $60 inclusive of tax and tip. Please purchase two tickets if you are bringing a guestAny other beverages will be billed separately to each attendee. 

    Our goal is to be as inclusive as possible so for any special dietary needs, please email Cyra Ente (cyraente@stanford.edu) prior to registering to make accommodations. Pricing may differ (+/-) depending on the dietary requirements.

    Note: You must register for this add-on by March 31, 2023 to attend.

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  • Wednesday, April 19, 2023

  •   Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 8:00 AM - Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 10:15 AM (EST)

    Speed Mentoring Sessions*

    Speed mentoring allows mentees to connect with senior scientists for mini-discussions. It is a great way to expand your network, ask pointed questions, get advice about finding resources, seek candid feedback, and chat informally.
    Description:

    Translational Science 2023 will be hosting an hour-long speed mentoring session, with two time options for attendance on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Speed mentoring allows mentees to connect with four senior scientists over the course of an hour for mini-discussions. Speed mentoring is a great way to expand your network, ask pointed questions, get advice about finding resources, seek candid feedback, and chat informally about life in research with people who know the ropes. 

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    Room: International Ballroom Center
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  •   Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 12:00 PM - Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 2:30 PM (EST)

    Mock Study Section*

    Mock Study Section is for trainees and junior faculty who are writing individual research fellowship, career development, and research grants.
    Description:

    This event is designed for trainees (pre- and post-doctoral) and junior faculty who are writing individual research fellowship (F), career development (K), and research (R01) grants. The objective is to educate early-stage investigators in the grant review process and to assist in making their grants more competitive in today’s funding climate.

    Event Description: Lunch will be provided in advance of the session. The Mock Study Section simulates an NIH Study Section in every detail (including the work expected). Participants will review previously submitted F, K, or R applications and then participate in a formal discussion and review of the grants. At the conclusion of the review, participants will have an opportunity to compare their critiques with the actual feedback provided by the NIH study section reviewers. Each section is co-chaired by experienced NIH reviewers and NIH Scientific Review Officers (SROs).

    Learning Objectives:

    • To apply the guidelines for peer review as developed by the NIH
    • To review and critique the quality of a scientific grant application in a formal review meeting
    • To discuss the common strengths and weaknesses of scientific grant proposals

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    Room: International Ballroom Center
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  •   Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 7:00 PM - Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 9:00 PM (EST)

    JEDI SIG Dinner*

    Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Dinner
    Description:

    The ACTS JEDI SIG dinner will be held at Bistroit du Coin from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. ET and includes a preset menu of three courses with different options (including vegetarian). The total charge is $70 inclusive of tax and tip. Please purchase two tickets if you are bringing a guestAny beverages will be billed separately to each attendee. 

    Our goal is to be as inclusive as possible so for any special dietary needs, please email Terri Menser menser.terri@mayo.edu prior to registering to make accommodations. Pricing may differ (+/-) depending on the dietary requirements.

    Note: You must register for this add-on by March 31, 2023 to attend.

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