What We Do
The Miami Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) provides crucial support and resources to our investigators as they plan and implement research studies and clinical trials that aim to improve the health of patients and communities.
We work tirelessly to help ensure scientific discoveries become tangible outcomes that can be applied to disease prevention, treatments and practices that improve health.
Equal importance is placed on helping our physician-scientists translate clinical and public health observations into relevant research questions for further investigation. We believe this cyclical relationship is what drives progress and what will ultimately lead to better health outcomes for South Florida and beyond.
Our Goal
Our goal is to move innovative and high-quality research forward with greater efficiency. We do this in numerous concrete ways, including by:
- providing seed funding for research projects,
- supporting the career development of promising early stage researchers,
- building education and training programs,
- improving research processes and disseminating best practices,
- developing tools that help researchers access and analyze clinical data,
- bringing together multidisciplinary study teams,
- fostering strong collaborations with academic, clinical and community partners
- and linking research with our communities to ensure we are tackling all health needs.
NIH funded and a member of National Clinical and Translational Science Award Consortium (CTSA) since 2012, the Miami CTSI brings together pillars of regional healthcare to form its hub, share expertise and resources and expand outreach.
Our Programs
Fundamental to accomplishing the mission of the CTSI is the development and support of research services and resources that foster excellence in translational research, promote team science, build research partnerships in the community, and establish workforce development programs. These initiatives are accomplished through the following programs.
Who We Are
The CTSI Executive Leadership Team consists of proven leaders within the medical, scientific, public health, and professional fields who bring complementary expertise and experience to the Institute.
CTSA Consortium
The Miami CTSI is part of the national consortium Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA). The goal of the CTSA Program is to support translational research and foster collaborations among academic institutions that will improve the efficiency, quality and impact of the process for improving human health.
About Translation
The process of turning observations in the laboratory, clinic and community into interventions that improve the health of individuals and the public — from diagnostics and therapeutics to medical procedures and behavioral changes.
Cite the CTSI
Help to ensure the future of clinical and translational research at the University of Miami. Cite our grant award any time you use Miami CTSI resources, services or receive direct support: UM1TR004556.