Support & Services
To help accelerate the translation of scientific discovery to improved health, the Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program at UT Southwestern offers a variety of support and services for researchers and research teams. Each phase – starting with development, moving to planning and implementation, and culminating in close-out and dissemination – offers essential resources to help you create a successful research project.
Project Development

Before you start, prepare for a successful study
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Assess whether you can feasibly recruit the population you are interested in or conduct an analysis with electronic health record data
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Engage the community in the development of your study
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Identify methods to securely collect and store data
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Include study design, methodology, and statistical expertise in study planning
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Receive guidance and resources for establishing scientific partnerships and identifying agreements and/or contracts for planned service
Project Planning & Implementation

How to get started and tips for running your study
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Receive support in finalizing your protocol and statistical analysis plan
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Know where to obtain approvals needed to begin your research and register your clinical trial
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Engage the DFW community or stakeholder boards in the conduct of your study
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Access needed equipment, resources, and scientific expertise
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Provide required training for study personnel
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Finalize your study data capture process(es) and create your study database
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Identify strategies to recruit and retain participants
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Project Close-Out and Dissemination

What you need to do at the end of your study
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Complete required processes for study termination
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Learn about requirements for records retention
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Engage your community stakeholder boards in disseminating your research
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Identify an appropriate journal and find writing resources for publishing your research
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Don't know where to start?
Schedule a consultation with a research concierge: CTSAProgram@utsouthwestern.edu