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Introduction to Translational Science

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Introduction to Translational Science

This course is part of Translational Science Specialization

Instructor: Vicki Ellingrod

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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No prior experience required

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

14 reviews

Beginner level

No prior experience required

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand the role of translational science in moving scientific discoveries into applications for improving human health.
Understand the importance of addressing health disparities and inequities in translational science
Explore career opportunities within the in-demand field of translational science

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Translational science is the process of turning observations in the laboratory, clinic, and community into interventions that improve the health of individuals and populations. In this course, you’ll learn about the role of translational research in moving scientific discoveries into applications for improving human health. With an understanding of the four stages of translational research, you’ll be able to assess team roles for each stage and explain the importance of rigorous research, responsible conduct of research, and the differences between them. Finally, you’ll learn about career opportunities within the in-demand field of translational research.

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The Introduction to Translational Science course provides you with an overview of the spectrum of translational research. You will learn important terminology and concepts to use as you practice setting career goals for translational research. In this module, you will learn how to 1) define translational research and its role in moving scientific discoveries into applications for improving human health, 2) list the stages of translational research and describe specific examples of research conducted at each stage.

What's included

1 video9 readings2 assignments1 app item

1 videoTotal 4 minutes

What is Translational Research?4 minutes

9 readingsTotal 120 minutes

Welcome to Introduction to Translational Science5 minutes
Pre-Course Survey5 minutes
Syllabus10 minutes
Acknowledgments5 minutes
Pre-test and Post-test Instructions10 minutes
What is Translational Research?5 minutes
Translational Research in Practice: An Introduction10 minutes
How to Use Your Course Workbook10 minutes
(Optional but recommended) The Research Clinic60 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Pretest-What is Translational Research? 30 minutes
Posttest-What is Translational Research? 30 minutes

1 app itemTotal 60 minutes

Examples of Translational Research60 minutes

Welcome to Module 2 of Introduction to Translational Science. In this module you will learn how to 1) name the seven fundamental characteristics of a translational scientist, 2) identify team roles for research conducted in each stage of translational science, and 3) explain the importance of rigorous research.

What's included

6 videos3 readings1 assignment2 app items

6 videosTotal 20 minutes

What is Team Science? Why is it Important?5 minutes
Choosing Translational Science as a Career Path: T1 Research2 minutes
Choosing Translational Science as a Career Path: T2 Research3 minutes
Choosing Translational Science as a Career Path: Clinical Research3 minutes
Choosing Translational Science as a Career Path: T3 Research3 minutes
Choosing Translational Science as a Career Path: T4 Research5 minutes

3 readingsTotal 30 minutes

The Fundamental Characteristics of a Translational Scientist10 minutes
How to Do Team Research10 minutes
Lack of Transparency & Sample Size, Outliers and Exclusion Criteria10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Who is on your Research Team?15 minutes

2 app itemsTotal 120 minutes

How do the fundamental characteristics of a translational scientist apply to you? 60 minutes
Rigor and Reproducibility60 minutes

Welcome to Module 3 of Introduction to Translational Science. In this module you will learn how to 1) understand the importance of diversity in assembling your research team, 2) explain the importance of mentoring in conducting translational research.

What's included

4 readings2 app items

Welcome to Module 4 of Introduction to Translational Science. In this module you will learn how to 1) give examples of strategies to address issues related to health disparities and inequities in translational research, 2) identify career opportunities in translational research.