ICTS-supported facility accelerates translation of promising research into improving outcomes for cancer and other related diseases
Housed within the Siteman Cancer Center, the Biologic Therapy Core Facility (BTCF) partners with physicians and scientists to manufacture, characterize, and release complex, clinical-grade cell and gene therapy products, vaccines, imaging agents, and other biologics to support early-phase clinical trials. The BTCF also supports cellular (e.g. hematopoietic stem cell selections) and tissue therapies (e.g. parathyroid […]
ICTS hosts the 7th annual Symposium
The Washington University Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences (ICTS) hosted its 7th Annual Symposium on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. This year’s theme, “Accelerating Translation: The Science of Moving Forward,” focused on differences between translational research and translational science and how projects can be adapted to overcome longstanding challenges along the research pipeline. The event was […]
WashU Investigator credits ICTS-related programs and funding mechanisms with career development and research advancement
For James Krings, MD, MSCI, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Pulmonary & Critical Care, settling in at WashU for his career in scientific research seems always to have been written in the stars. Originally from St. Louis, MO, Krings returned home after attending medical school at Stanford University and completing his residency […]
Partnership Development and Sustainability Support Program (PDSS) 2025-2026 Awardees
The Center for Community Health Partnership and Research is pleased to announce three partnerships were selected to receive funding through the 2025-2026 Partnership Development and Sustainability Support (PDSS) program. PDSS awards provide up to $10,000 in funding for investigators and their community partner(s) to support their new or existing partnership efforts over a 12-month period. The […]
Study highlights barriers to genetic testing for Black children (Links to an external site)
WashU Medicine’s pediatric neurology uses findings to improve testing access for kids with suspected genetic disorders
ICTS Announces 2025-2026 CTRFP Awardees
WashU Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences (ICTS) and The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital awards 18 investigators as part of the 18th annual Clinical and Translational Research Funding Program (CTRFP). The CTRFP is the largest internal grant funding program of the ICTS. Applicants are required to submit proposals for projects that promote the translation of […]
Next-gen Alzheimer’s drugs extend independent living by months (Links to an external site)
In the past two years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved two novel Alzheimer’s therapies, based on data from clinical trials showing that both drugs slowed the progression of the disease. But while the approvals of lecanemab and donanemab, both antibody therapies that clear plaque-causing amyloid proteins from the brain, were greeted with enthusiasm […]
ICTS Precision Health supports research on new genetic cause of neurodevelopmental disorders’
Christina A. Gurnett, MD, PhD, A. Ernest and Jane G. Stein Professor of NeurologyHead, Division of Pediatric and Developmental Neurology Chief of Neurology, St. Louis Children’s Hospital, was recently published in the American Journal of Human Genetics. A cross-disciplinary team of researchers and physicians from Children’s National Hospital and WashU Medicine, in collaboration with physicians […]
WashU Investigator utilizes and nurtures community-based relationships to propel research and serve local communities
For investigators, there is much to be considered when choosing how to conduct research projects. Which demographics will you target? Which funding mechanisms should you apply for? How long will it take you to accomplish your aims? One of the most important considerations that seems simple enough, though it can sometimes appear unfamiliar to investigators, […]
Leadership Changes to ICTS Research Development Program
The ICTS extends its gratitude to Betsy Keath, PhD, for twelve years of exceptional service to the ICTS and Washington University. Dr. Keath, Associate Professor of Medicine, has served as the ICTS Translational Research Navigator and Director of the Research Development Program (RDP). We offer our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Keath as she embarks upon her […]
National Institutes for Health Awards PRIDE Grant (Links to an external site)
Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program in Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolic Diseases Grant Ana Maria Arbeláez, MD; Rita Brookheart, PhD; and Dominic Reeds, MD, WashU Medicine clinician–researchers and directors, were recently the recipients of one of three National Institutes for Health Grants. This grant offers funding for the Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program in Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolic Diseases (PRIDE) […]
Development of a metabolome-based respiratory infection prognostic during COVID-19 arrival (Links to an external site)
Jeffrey P. Henderson, MD, PhD, FIDSA, Professor of Medicine and Molecular Microbiology, at WashU Division of Infectious Diseases, was recently published in ASM Journals with new insights into the development of a metabolome-based respiratory infection prognostic during COVID-19. Henderson highlights that the supportive environment at WashU Medicine played a crucial role in making this work possible, an aspect that is […]
Former TL1 postdoc scholar, Ronald Fowle-Grider, PhD makes strides in fructose-related cancer research (Links to an external site)
Former TL1 postdoctoral scholar Ronald Fowle-Grider, PhD cites support of the program in ground breaking research “Dietary fructose enhances tumour growth indirectly via interorgan lipid transfer”. His findings were recognized by WashU’s The Source, which featured an overview of the discoveries. The full research publication is available in the journal Nature.
Sean Smith, MD, MPHS published in Wiley Online Library
Congratulations to Sean Smith, MD, MPHS (Neurology) on his recent publication on a progressive treatment for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). A specific subset of patients taking Tofersen have shown slowing of disease progression, and disease stabilization with recovery of function in some patients. PROUD-MED extends a heartfelt Congratulations and wishes Dr. Smith the best in […]
Jonathan Williams, MD receives AAN Project Grant
Congratulations to PROUD-MED Scholar Jonathan Williams, MD (Neurology) on his recent American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Project Grant funded by the AAN for 2025. The AAN DEI Innovator Grants and AAN DEI Project Grants support projects, events, and activities that foster DEI within the WashU Medicine Department of Neurology and the communities they serve. Dr. […]
New drug tested to reduce side effect of ‘half-matched’ stem cell transplants (Links to an external site)
Clinical trial indicates safety, fewer cases of life-threatening graft-versus-host disease than expected Adding a new drug to standard care for stem cell transplant recipients may reduce a life-threatening side effect, according to an early-stage clinical trial conducted at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. The trial showed that patients being treated for various […]
Leadership Announcement – Director of CTSA TWD and CRTC
Nancy Sweitzer, MD, PhD, Named as Director of Clinical and Translational Science Award Translational Workforce Development (CTSA TWD) and Clinical Research Training Center (CRTC) at WashU Medicine As Director of the Clinical Research Training Center, Dr. Sweitzer will oversee the training and education core of WashU’s CTSA. The Clinical Research Training Center provides clinical and […]
Gurnett receives highest WashU Medicine faculty honor (Links to an external site)
Christina Gurnett, MD, PhD, received the 2024 Carl and Gerty Cori Faculty Achievement Award.
ICTS Highlights Impacts Made from COVID-19 Biorepository
In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, it became immediately clear to the worldwide scientific and research communities that a dire need was evolving to discover effective treatments for a rapidly increasing number of infected patients. But before the St. Louis region had even seen its first case of COVID-19, WashU researchers were already […]
Call for Proposals! Center seeks projects aimed at reducing cancer disparities (Links to an external site)
The Center for Community Health Partnership and Research is joining forces with universitypartners the Institute for Clinical and Translational Sciences (ICTS) and Siteman Cancer Center to call for projects that connect community and academic partners in service of lowering cancer disparities and providing equitable cancer care. Selected projects will be presented at the September 26 […]
Gurnett, Ssewamala to receive faculty achievement awards (Links to an external site)
Professors honored for research, service, teaching, community contributions
Zainab Mahmoud, MD, MSc funds her K23
Congratulations to PROUD-MED Scholar Zainab Mahmoud, MD, MSc (Internal Medicine, Cardiology) on the funding of her K23 “Improving Maternal Cardiovascular Outcomes Through the Implementation of a Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy Bundle in Nigeria”, 1K23HL173684-01. The award, funded through the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, seeks to mitigate postpartum blood pressure in Nigeria–which “has the […]
Call for proposals: Institute offers Health Partnership Development, Pilot Funding (Links to an external site)
The Institute for Public Health is offering two new funding opportunities for partnerships and projects that address the needs of people experiencing severe mental illness and housing insecurity. The new funding opportunities stem from a March 2024 Next Steps in Public Health event called, “Power in Partnership: Bridging from crisis to community for people experiencing […]
Center awards pilot funding to projects aimed at improving general, mental health care delivery (Links to an external site)
The Center for Dissemination and Implementation is pleased to announce pilot funding for two projects that use dissemination and implementation science to advance health outcomes. Annually, D&I Pilot Grants fund up to $30,000 in direct costs per project for one year. The funding is designed to support a broad range of dissemination and implementation studies, […]
ICTS hosts the 6th annual Symposium and Poster Display
The Washington University Institute of Clinical and Translational Sciences (ICTS) hosted its 6th Annual Symposium and Poster Display on Friday, May 17, 2024. This year’s theme, “Mind the Gap: Overcoming Barriers in Translational Science”, centered on the unique role of translational science, which focuses on innovation that overcomes challenges. The event was held in-person, offering opportunities for […]