Fundamentals & Applications of Clinical and Translational Research

Fundamentals & Applications of Clinical and Translational Research (FaCToR) offers an overview of the concepts of clinical/translational research through the dynamic and interactive medium of online learning. As a selected participant of this online course, you will learn about the spectrum of clinical and translational research from first-in-human studies to healthcare interventions implemented on a population level.

Course participants will learn the research methods used across the spectrum of clinical and translational research, including:

• Designing rigorous research studies
• Selecting appropriate tools for data acquisition and storage
• Identifying and addressing ethical issues
• Operating within regulatory frameworks
• Communicating your findings to colleagues and leaders in the field
• Funding your research

Session dates

August 9 – November 5, 2023

Time commitment

Self-paced online videos and course work over four months.

Audience

Gaining a deeper understanding of the fundamental concepts of clinical and translational research.

We believe that the research community is strengthened by understanding how a number of factors including gender identity, sexual orientation, race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, culture, religion, national origin, language, disability, and age shape the environment in which we live and work, affect each of our personal identities, and impacts all areas of human health.

Eligibility

MPH, MD, PhD, DMD, or equivalent

Fee

• Free for Harvard-affiliated institutions
• Non-CTSA member: $500.00
• CTSA member: $375.00
• Cancellation and Refund Policy [PDF]

Accreditation Statement

The Harvard Catalyst Education Program is accredited by the Massachusetts Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Harvard Catalyst Education Program’s policy requires full participation and the completion of all activity surveys to be eligible for CME credit; no partial credit is allowed.