The GGCTSA offers a suite of services and expertise in four areas known to facilitate translational science: DEIA, research ethics, team science, and entrepreneurship
Health Informatics
Consulting Services
Our informatics experts provide education, services and support that enable meaningful access to patient, clinical and research data.
REDCap
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) is a secure, web-based application that allows users to build and maintain online surveys and databases for data collection.
TriNetX
TriNetX provides access to a de-identified set of patient data and tools for identifying patient cohorts in preparation for research. TriNetX is the global health research network enabling healthcare organizations, biopharma and contract research organizations to collaborate, enhance trial design, accelerate recruitment and bring new therapies to market faster.
I2B2
i2B2 is as an open-source application that allows rapid identification of patient cohorts within data from the Epic- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other sources at UTMB
ENACT Network/ SHRINE
ENACT helps clinical investigators conduct cohort discovery before a trial starts, to establish feasibility of a clinical protocol for grant applications, IRB submission, etc. ENACT also helps investigators identify additional sites for a clinical trial.
N3C
The N3C is a partnership among the NCATS-supported Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program hubs and the National Center for Data to Health (CD2H), with overall stewardship by NCATS.
Studios
Multi-institutional Clinical and Translational Science Studio
The MiCTS Studio is a group consultation and discussion with a multi-disciplinary panel of experts who provide guidance to researchers on a planned or ongoing research project.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Studio
The I&E Studio will help investigators from partner institutions navigate the resources and requirements of their institutions for turning innovative ideas to new drugs, devices, and interventions
Community and Engagement Studio
CE Studios provide community input on research questions, recruitment, study design, and dissemination methods.
Funding Opportunities
The GGCTSA will offer Mentored Pilot Awards, Alliance Pilot Awards, and Community Pilot Awards
Team MAPPs
TeamMAPPS is a behavioral skills training program specifically developed to increase the collaboration and effectiveness of scientific teams and scientific team members.