Scientific liaisons who facilitate clinical and translational research. Research Navigators
At a glance
Who are they?
  • PhD scientists who facilitate and support clinical and translational research across the Harvard community
Available to
  • Faculty and trainees at Harvard schools and affiliated academic healthcare centers
Services offered
  • Development of research projects and ideas
  • Connections to potential mentors, collaborators, and research resources
  • Identifying appropriate Harvard Catalyst resources
  • Assist researchers in the development and execution of pilot grant projects
Ask Us

The Harvard Catalyst Research Navigators are PhD scientists who facilitate and support clinical and translational research across the Harvard community.

The Research Navigators:

  • Field inquiries from the clinical and translational science community.
  • Link researchers to resources throughout Harvard, including Emerging Technology Centers and Translational Technology Cores.
  • Assist in the establishment of collaborations and advisory relationships.
  • Participate in the award and management of Harvard Catalyst Pilot Grant projects.
  • Encourage innovative brainstorming through workshops and meetings.
  • Promote Harvard Catalyst and its resources at seminars, retreats, and symposia.

Research NavigatorsLeft to right:
Wei Zhong, PhD
Zeke Bernstein-Hanley, PhD
Jocelyn Kasper, PhD, MPH
Ann Schlesinger, PhD