Adapting an Evidence-based Intervention

Supports investigators in executing the steps to systematically adapt an evidence-based intervention to be culturally appropriate and/or relevant for a target population

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Biostatistical Analysis and Reports

Provides statistical analyses for completed or ongoing studies, including descriptive analyses, modeling, and data reports suitable for internal review.

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Clinical Data Extraction from CHLA

Provides CHLA researchers access to deidentified clinical data for feasibility, power analyses, and participant recruitment.

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Clinical Data Extraction from Keck Medicine of USC

Provides USC researchers access to identified, patient-level data from Keck Medicine of USC hospitals and clinics.

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Clinical Data Extraction from LA County/LAHS

Provides LAHS researchers access to deidentified clinical data for study planning and recruitment purposes.

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Communications and Promotion Assistance

Assistance with promoting events and disseminating information through effective communication channels.

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Community-Engaged Research Support

Offers guidance and support for conducting community-engaged research through collaborative, equitable partnerships that address health needs.d

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Engaging Stakeholders in Dissemination & Implementation Research

Guides investigators in determining key stakeholders critical to integrate into the implementation process, in addition to the methods to engage those identified.

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Evaluation Implementation

Supports investigators in implementing an existing evaluation plan to help assess the process, success, and impact of their studies. This may include developing survey questionnaires and recruitment documents, implementing qualitative evaluation, and event-based observational evaluation.

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General Biostatistical Consultation

Provides consultative support to address biostatistical questions, discuss methodological approaches, assess feasibility, or help investigators identify the appropriate level and type of biostatistical involvement.

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Healthcare Delivery Science Consultations

The service will help researchers navigate the complex field of Healthcare Delivery Science, especially in the context of LA County safety-net hospitals.

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KECKCap - Part 11 Compliant

KECKCap is an independent instance of REDCap, meticulously validated for 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, ensuring a secure environment for studies that require use of a 21 CFR Part 11 validated data collection system.

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KECKCap - Self-Service Clinical Data Extraction

KECKCap is an independent instance of REDCap that is enhanced with specialized features that enable researchers to seamlessly extract data from the USC Keck Electronic Medical Records (EMR) directly into a KECKCap project.

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Medical Images Request for Research

Medical imaging from standard of care or clinical trials may be requested for research purposes.

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OpenSpecimen

OpenSpecimen manages biospecimen collection, storage, and tracking through a secure, web-based platform integrated with research systems.

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Qualitative Research Support

Supports qualitative and mixed-methods research through guidance on study design (IRB materials and ethics), data collection approaches, analytic strategies, writing up, and integration of qualitative findings with quantitative results.

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Recruitment Messaging System

Allows study teams to contact Keck Medicine patients who have opted in to receive information about research studies for which they may qualify.

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Recruitment Studio

Clinical Research Support (CRS) provides recruitment support to investigators and study teams.

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Regulatory Knowledge and Support Translational Consultation Center

Supports faculty with regulatory guidance for INDs, IDEs, audits, and FDA submissions for clinical and translational research.

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Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap)

REDCap is a free, secure, web-based application designed for rapidly developing databases and surveys for research studies.

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Research Navigation

Offers comprehensive navigation support for planning and conducting clinical studies across USC and CHLA.

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Study Participant Recruitment Support

Delivers customized participant recruitment and retention strategies.

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Team Science Workshops

Offers team science workshops, consultations, seminars, Team Building Voucher Funding Mechanism, and resources to strengthen collaboration among research teams.

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Trial Tracker

Trial Tracker is an accrual dashboard developed by the SC CTSI to help USC researchers visualize their study recruitment and retention using a web browser.

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