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May
14
10:00 AM10:00

IMPACT: Monitoring for Clinical Trials

Have you completed basic instruction in clinical research but are looking for more? The Instruction in Monitoring, Procedures Documentation and ClinicalTrials.gov (IMPACT) workshop series is designed for study team members who are ready for an intermediate level of training for clinical trials skills. Participants will learn critical clinical research skills through a group learning environment and hands-on skills practice.

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Feb
27
11:00 AM11:00

IMPACT: Procedures Documentation for Clinical Trials Winter 2024

Have you completed basic instruction in clinical research but are looking for more? The Instruction in Monitoring, Procedures Documentation, and ClinicalTrials.gov (IMPACT) workshop series is designed for study team members who are ready for an intermediate level of training for clinical trials skills. Participants will learn critical clinical research skills through a group learning environment and hands-on skills practice. Sessions will be virtual and information will be emailed to registrants before the event. Registrations are required.

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Nov
14
to Nov 16

IMPACT: Avoiding Pitfalls in ClinicalTrials.gov Registration

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ClinicalTrials.gov requirements and publisher expectations are changing the way studies are designed and implemented. Policies encouraging transparency and data sharing are affecting trial registration, updates, results reporting, and uploads of the protocol, and informed consent. Even if you have assistance with your ClinicalTrials.gov registration, you will save time and energy if your materials and study design are consistent from grant application through the registration process.

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Nov
8
2:00 PM14:00

U-M Implementation Science Network Kickoff Meeting

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The Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) is hosting the inaugural kickoff for its University of Michigan (U-M) Implementation Science Network (ISN). This free event is intended for faculty, staff, and learners who are enthusiastic about D&I science (including knowledge translation, improvement science, engagement science etc.). Affiliation with U-M not required. Networking session with light refreshments to follow closing remarks.

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Oct
25
2:00 PM14:00

The Hidden Curriculum: Preparing for a Study

This workshop will teach you best practices in preparing a new study before you submit an IRB application. Learn expert tips from an experienced coordinator to save time, effort and money later in your study. This session will include hands-on training including breakout rooms, so please be prepared to participate and interact. This session will not be recorded.

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May
24
1:30 PM13:30

The Hidden Curriculum: Preparing for a Study

This workshop will teach you best practices in preparing a new study before you submit an IRB application. Learn expert tips from an experienced coordinator to save time, effort and money later in your study. This session will include hands-on training including breakout rooms, so please be prepared to participate and interact. This session will not be recorded.

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Nov
16
2:00 PM14:00

IMPACT: Are You Ready? How ClinicalTrials.gov and Publisher Requirements Facilitate Transparency and Improve Science

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ClinicalTrials.gov requirements and publisher expectations are changing the way studies are designed and implemented. Policies encouraging transparency and data sharing are affecting trial registration, updates, results reporting, and uploads of the protocol and informed consent. Group exercises and discussion with regulatory and data sharing specialists will help participants learn how to meet these requirements while strengthening scientific practices.

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Mentoring Forum & Mentor Awards
Nov
10
12:00 PM12:00

Mentoring Forum & Mentor Awards

Members of the U-M community who are involved in or interested in mentoring are invited to the 2022 Mentoring Forum and Mentor Awards Ceremony, which will celebrate mentorship and the 2022 MICHR Distinguished Clinical & Translational Research Mentor Award recipients. The Mentoring Forum will feature Tabbye Chavous, Vice Provost for Equity & Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer and Professor of Education and Psychology. Dr. Chavous will present on the importance of diversity in mentoring. Following Dr. Chavous’ talk, seven faculty members who contribute enormously to the research environment at U-M will be honored with the 2022 Distinguished Clinical and Translational Research Mentor Award.

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Jan
26
5:30 PM17:30

K Writing Workshop

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This structured, introductory three-part workshop is designed to assist early career faculty and fellows who are preparing competitive career development grant applications (NIH K, VA CDA, and MICHR K) for 2022 submission. As a participant, you will exchange drafts of sections of your proposal and receive peer critique and feedback from senior faculty experienced in NIH study section thinking.

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Dec
9
10:00 AM10:00

IMPACT: ClinicalTrials.gov, Publisher Requirements, Transparency & Science

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  • Google Calendar ICS

ClinicalTrials.gov requirements and publisher expectations are changing the way studies are designed and implemented. Policies encouraging transparency and data sharing are affecting trial registration, updates, results reporting, and uploads of the protocol and informed consent. Group exercises and discussion with regulatory and data sharing specialists will help participants learn how to meet these requirements while strengthening scientific practices.

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Nov
15
10:00 AM10:00

2021 Mentoring Forum & Mentor Awards Ceremony

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The 2021 Mentoring Forum and Mentor Awards Ceremony will celebrate mentorship and celebrate the 2020 and 2021 MICHR Distinguished Clinical & Translational Research Mentor Award recipients. All faculty, staff and students are welcome and encouraged to attend.

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Oct
28
1:00 PM13:00

IMPACT: Monitoring for Clinical Trials

  • Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Have you completed basic instruction in clinical research but are looking for more? The Instruction in Monitoring, Procedures Documentation and ClinicalTrials.gov (IMPACT) workshop series is designed for study team members who are ready for an intermediate level of training for clinical trials skills. Participants will learn critical clinical research skills through a group learning environment and hands-on skills practice.

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Oct
6
2:00 PM14:00

Learn How to Budget for Research Grants

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Join MICHR for an online interactive workshop presenting the basics of budgeting for research grants. Learn how to calculate indirect costs, determine calendar months for effort, complete other budget components, and write a budget justification. We will also talk about how to monitor expenses after you are awarded and the closeout (FFR) process. This budgeting workshop is modeled using a NIH budget format.

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Aug
26
10:00 AM10:00

Statistics from 32,000 Feet (Parachute Included): A Gentle Introduction to Data Analyses

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This seminar is designed for study team members who desire a reintroduction to basic statistical concepts for clinically-focused research. Presented in plain English with many illustrations, this session will cover foundational statistical concepts, including p-value, effect size, confidence intervals, sample size and power, and some common statistical tests.

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Jul
12
11:00 AM11:00

Conducting and Obtaining Valid Informed Consent

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Conducting and Obtaining Valid Informed Consent outlines the process of obtaining valid informed consent and will give you the opportunity to demonstrate necessary language and communication skills when interacting with potential study participants and their families.

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IMPACT: ClinicalTrials.gov, Study Design, & Implementation
Jun
10
2:00 PM14:00

IMPACT: ClinicalTrials.gov, Study Design, & Implementation

  • Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Have you completed basic instruction in clinical research but are looking for more? The Instruction in Monitoring, Procedures Documentation and ClinicalTrials.gov (IMPACT) workshop series is designed for study team members who are ready for an intermediate level of training for clinical trials skills. Participants will learn critical clinical research skills through a group learning environment and hands-on skills practice.

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IMPACT: Monitoring for Clinical Trials
May
13
10:00 AM10:00

IMPACT: Monitoring for Clinical Trials

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  • Google Calendar ICS

This session will introduce participants to best practices in preparing for and participating in clinical trial monitoring visits. Topics will include understanding the purpose of monitoring and how it differs from an audit, what to expect from different types of monitoring visits, and tips on responding to follow-up letters and reports.

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Conducting and Obtaining Valid Informed Consent
Apr
29
11:30 AM11:30

Conducting and Obtaining Valid Informed Consent

  • Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Conducting and Obtaining Valid Informed Consent outlines the process of obtaining valid informed consent and will give you the opportunity to demonstrate necessary language and communication skills when interacting with potential study participants and their families.

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