From Research to Real Life

In this episode, host Lora Parent, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Research Development for the CTSC, welcomes Ian J. Neeland, MD, and Amar Desai, PhD, for an open conversation on funding and publishing in today’s research environment. Together, they discuss how the funding landscape has evolved, strategies for navigating grants and manuscripts across career stages, and the realities of rejection, resilience, and mentorship. The episode highlights the value of collaboration, adaptability, and expanding funding pathways as researchers work to move science from discovery to real‑world impact.

In this episode, host Lora Parent, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Research Development for the CTSC, welcomes Martha Sajatovic, MD, and Samuel Rodgers‑Melnick, PhD, for a timely conversation on shifts in the scientific landscape. Together, they explore how research priorities, technology, and public trust in science have evolved across career stages, and how integrative, whole‑health approaches and EHR‑based research are reshaping translational science. The discussion highlights the value of cross‑generational perspectives, interdisciplinary collaboration, and adaptability as science continues to change.

In this episode, host Lora Parent, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Research Development, welcomes Dr. Hope Barkoukis and Dr. Logan Harper for an engaging conversation on the art of science communication. Together, they discuss how researchers and clinicians make their work accessible to the public, explore how communication strategies evolve throughout a research career, and share insights on bridging complex scientific topics with real-world impact—all while highlighting CTSC’s role in advancing translational science.

In this episode, host Lora Parent, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Research Development, welcomes Dr. Vanessa Ho and Dr. Shannon Walker for a thoughtful conversation on mentorship and collaboration in translational science. Together, they explore how mentorship shapes research careers across different stages, discuss the value of collaboration between senior and early-career researchers, and share insights on building inclusive, equity-focused research partnerships—all while highlighting how CTSC programs support researchers in growing together and moving science forward.

In this episode, host Lora Parent, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Research Development, welcomes Dr. Shanina Knighton (Nurse Scientist & Technology Innovator) and Dr. Elizabeth Pfoh (Health Services Researcher, Cleveland Clinic) for a dynamic conversation about the future and roots of scientific discovery. Together, they discuss the lasting value of classic research methodologies, the transformative impact of technologies like data platforms and AI tools, and the benefits of collaboration between early-career and experienced researchers. Listeners will gain practical advice on adapting to rapid changes in the research landscape and discover opportunities to get involved with CTSC resources, ensuring their work remains relevant and impactful.

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In this episode, host Lora Parent, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Research Development, welcomes Dr. Jennifer Reneker (Associate Director, Clinical and Translational Research Institute & Professor at NEOMED) and Dr. Rachel Bracken (Associate Professor of Family and Community Medicine, NEOMED) for a candid conversation about the evolution of research careers.

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In this episode, our host, McKenzie Ritter, Associate Director for Education and Training and Director of the ATLAS Program for the CTSC, sits down with Mary Dolansky, PhD, Co-Lead for the Workforce Development Team and Associate Professor at Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing. McKenzie and Mary discuss ongoing developments in workforce development, research education, and how we're building the future of the Research Support Profession.

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In this episode, our host, Jerry Tribout, Research Participant Recruitment Manager for the CTSC, sits down with Erika Trapl, MD, Director of the Prevention Research Center for Healthy Neighborhoods and Associate Director of Community Outreach and Engagement at the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. Jerry and Erika will discuss a critical aspect of clinical research, recruitment. They will focus on strategies for building trust and ensuring that recruitment efforts are effective and inclusive. Plus, learn more about the resources the CTSC offers for research recruitment.

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Learn more about the Northeast Ohio  REDCap

Learn more about Sparc

Hosts: Jerry Tribout, Research Participant Recruitment Manager for the CTSC

Craig Jarrett, MD sits down with David Kaelber, MD CTSC of Northern Ohio Informatics Module Lead to discuss the intersection of informatics and translational science. Learn more about how systems like Epic, Cosmos, TriNetX, and Lyceum are used in research and provide insights into health trends and medical discoveries.

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Become a CTSC Member

To learn more about Sparc

To learn more about Cosmos

To learn more about TriNetx

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In this episode our host, Sue Marasco, PhD, Assistant Director of Research Programs and Proposal Development for the CTSC sits down with Umut Gurkan, PhD, CTSC Annual Pilot Lead and Wilbert J Austin Professor of Engineering at Case Western Reserve University. They discuss CTSC funding opportunities and the collaborative efforts that have advanced Dr. Gurkan's research and international clinical studies on sickle cell disease.

Plus, learn more about the CTSC's Annual Pilot funding as well as other funding opportunities available through the CTSC.