The Seminar Series offers engaging, expert-led sessions designed to support clinical and translational researchers at every stage of their careers. Focused on innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact, the series covers essential topics like scientific communication, regulatory science, and leadership in research. Join a vibrant community of scholars working to turn discovery into better health outcomes for all.

About the Seminar Series

The Seminar Series is a dynamic educational platform designed to empower clinical and translational researchers at all career stages. Hosted by Workforce Development in collaboration with other core groups of the SC CTSI, the series delivers expert-led sessions that explore the evolving landscape of translational science, from foundational skills to cutting-edge innovations. Through interactive seminars, the program fosters collaboration, professional development, and a deeper understanding of how research translates into real-world health impact.

Our vision is to cultivate a vibrant, interdisciplinary research community that drives innovation in translational science. By equipping researchers with the knowledge, tools, and networks they need to succeed, the Seminar Series aims to:

  • Support workforce development by nurturing the next generation of clinical and translational scientists, including principal investigators, coinvestigators, research staff, and community partners and collaborators.
  • Foster a culture of innovation through exposure to emerging trends, technologies, and methodologies.
  • Promote equity and inclusion by ensuring access to high-quality educational resources across diverse communities.
  • Strengthen collaboration across institutions, disciplines, and sectors to amplify research impact.

Key Highlights

  • Expert-led sessions on cutting-edge translational science topics
  • Interactive and engaging formats
  • Focus on professional development and well-being
  • Opportunities for networking and collaboration
  • Accessible to researchers at all career stages

Our monthly seminars, led by experts, are designed to build core knowledge and skills essential for becoming a productive researcher. Topics include:

  • Scientific communication
  • Leadership
  • Team science
  • Career advancement
  • Research tools
  • Regulatory science

Find recordings of past seminars HERE and soon on our NEW SC CTSI Learning Network.

Find recordings of past seminars HERE
and soon on our NEW SC CTSI Learning Network.

NIH Funding Acknowledgment: Important - All publications resulting from the utilization of SC CTSI resources are required to credit the SC CTSI grant by including the NIH funding acknowledgment and must comply with the NIH Public Access Policy.

This program is open to all eligible individuals. SC CTSI operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

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