News for August 2011

  • August 25, 2011

    Interns present Clinical and Translational Work at Closing Ceremonies

    Interns from two summer programs (Visiting Research Internship Program –VRIP; and Summer Clinical and Translational Research Internship Program - SCTRP) present their experience at partnering institutions in the transformation of discoveries into improved health outcomes.

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  • August 25, 2011

    Human Subjects Protection in Survey Research

    This afternoon seminar covers ethical and regulatory issues in survey research including: IRB oversight, informed consent, the ethics of incentives, and vulnerable populations. This seminar is #6 in a series focusing on population research. Held: Wed. Sept. 7, 2011. Registration deadline: Wed., Aug. 31, 2011.

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  • August 25, 2011

    Dana Farber joins Harvard SHRINE Network

    By joining the Shared Health Research Information Network (SHRINE), authorized DFCI investigators and authorized investigators across The Harvard Catalyst Community can now query over 6-million patients seen at the 5 collaborating Harvard-affiliated teaching hospitals.

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  • August 25, 2011

    Biomarkers and Imaging, 2-day course, Application Deadline Extended

    Speakers from the FDA, industry and academia will present on the use of biomarkers and imaging in the evaluation of novel therapies for human disease; their role in in evaluating safety, efficacy, and surrogacy; and the interactions between organizations involved in their development and use. Held: Oct. 3-4, 2011. Application due: Aug. 31, 2011. Tuition free.

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  • August 11, 2011

    Mapping your career with NIH

    The Harvard Catalyst Research Navigators cordially invite investigators to a presentation on tips for navigating the NIH grant programs for students, postdocs and early-stage investigators. Typical Research Doctoral and Clinical Doctoral career paths will be discussed. This two and a half hour workshop will be held Monday, September 12, 2011. Attendance is limited. Register by September 1.

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