Empowering Physician Investigators with Comprehensive Support
The Translational Science Unit at University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute is dedicated to empowering physician investigators in their pursuit of innovative research in heart and vascular disease and other health disorders. Our goal is to provide comprehensive support for investigator-initiated studies that facilitate the translation of scientific discoveries into interventions that enhance the health of individuals and the broader community.
Translation is the process of turning observations in the laboratory, clinic and community into interventions that improve the health of individuals and populations — from diagnostics and therapeutics to medical procedures and behavioral changes. Understanding this process, the Translational Science Unit provides a foundation for more science-driven, predictive and effective development of treatment and prevention strategies for all heart and vascular diseases.
Our Translational Science Unit scientists are relentless explorers who play a critical role in breaking down barriers in the translation process and ultimately delivering more treatments to more people more quickly.
Our Services
Research Coordination and Support: Dedicated research coordinators who manage day-to-day study operations, including screening, recruitment, and study visits and procedures.
Data Management and Analysis: Support staff to assist with data collection, management, and analysis.
Sample Processing and Storage: Comprehensive processing services for biological samples, including plasma collection, peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) isolation, and storage.
Regulatory Support: Assistance with protocol development and expert guidance on Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and management of research-related documentation for regulatory compliance.
Investigator Support
Investigators in need of research support or want more information can submit a TSU Interest form.
Experts Members of Cardiac Data Safety and Adjudication Committee
University Hospitals' Cardiac Data Safety Adjudication Collaborative (CARD-SAC), led by renowned experts in the field of cardiology, provides top-tier adjudication of clinical outcomes for pharmaceutical and medical device trials.