Indiana CTSI

Since 2014, the Indiana CTSI Postdoc Challenge has supported over 200 postdocs in gaining their first experience with grant writing and reviewing. I created this program to address the need for stronger training in these critical skills for academic scientists. It’s incredible to see how participants have grown through the program and the amazing things they’ve gone on to achieve. If you’ve been part of the Postdoc Challenge, I’d love to hear your thoughts—how did it shape your journey? Share in the comments!!! Sean Humphrey, Karin "Kaisa" Ejendal, PhD, Yung-Yi M., Ivan Rodriguez Nunez, Nilshad Salim Sarah Deffit Tyvette Hilliard Jayda Meisel Shirisha Chittiboyina Gozde Uzunalli, PhD Elsa MéVEL Alexander Lakhter R. Taylor Raborn William Kenkel Phillip McCown, Ph.D. Julia Beck, PhD Adam Fischer devraj singh Qingfei Wang Fabrizio Pin Pei-Ciao Tang Daniella Chusyd Tianhe Huang Avinash Soundararajan Nicholas Powell Rishi Drolia Courtney Daczkowski Cátia Gomes Joshua Huot, PhD, CSCS Perla Reyes Fernandez, PhD Christian Wright, MS, PhD Caitlin Zuilkoski Yu-Chen Yen Xiaoling Chen Andrew Burke Benjamin Liffner Christina Barboi Silpa Gampala (Tentu) Taeyong

Come join the exceptional team at the Indiana CTSI as an Associate Program Director for Connections in Health! This is an excellent opportunity for MPH grads interested in supporting community-based health research! Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Indiana University Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health

The DeVault Lab at IUSM Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery has been at the forefront of research on deafness and cochlear implants for close to 40 years. We are excited to announce our recent partnership with BHI Senior Living, the largest senior living community in Indiana. Together, we are embarking on a groundbreaking multiphase project to explore the association between unaided hearing loss and cognitive decline among residents in senior living communities. This collaboration, funded by an Indiana CTSI Trailblazer Planning Grant, aims to improve access to hearing healthcare for residents and enhance their overall quality of life. Jessica Beer, Phd, Tonya Bergeson, and I are confident that this is just the beginning of a long-term and fruitful partnership with BHI Senior Living.

The future of bioscience innovation is here. Today, we celebrated the official launch of IU Launch Accelerator for Biosciences (IU LAB) at 16 Tech Innovation District in Indianapolis. This first-of-its-kind academic-industry initiative, supported by a $138 million Lilly Endowment Inc. grant, will serve as a dynamic hub, driving collaboration between Indiana University and industry in critical areas of bioscience and health research, establishing Indiana as a global leader in bioscience innovation. We were honored to be joined by Governor Braun, Mayor Hogsett, David Rosenberg (the new president and CEO of IU LAB), Cook Medical President Pete Yonkman, and leaders from the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute, Regenstrief Institute, Inc., Indiana University Health, and Central Indiana Corporate Partnership. Their collaboration will ensure IU LAB thrives as a hub of innovation, driving advancements in healthcare, creating pathways for the next generation of bioscience leaders, and fueling the development of one of our state’s most vital industry sectors. IU LAB’s mission goes beyond research—it is about making a tangible impact on human health and transforming the local community. By fostering academic-industry partnerships, providing educational opportunities, and supporting IU entrepreneurs developing new startup companies, IU LAB will accelerate the commercialization of new biosciences discoveries and help empower local residents with career opportunities. This launch further solidifies Indiana University Indianapolis’ status as a premier urban research institution, amplifying its role as a leader in bioscience innovation and community transformation. It marks a pivotal moment in realizing the ambitious goals of the IU 2030 strategic plan, setting the stage for Indiana to lead in bioscience research and innovation. AcceLINX Adipo Therapeutics Aurorium BioCrossroads Eli Lilly and Company Hoosier Cancer Research Network INCOG BioPharma Services Indiana CTSI myBiometry OrthoWorx, Inc. Plug and Play Tech Center

Come engage with nutrition research and learn about Indiana's rich research resources at the first annual Indiana Nutrition for Health Research Showcase on February 28, 2025. This year's theme is "From Cells, to Animals, to Humans, to the World." Register: https://bit.ly/4hlAYXI

This is the final week to apply for the Indiana CTSI Undergraduate Summer Internships. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/3DSUyf2

The Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute is seeking a new director of Community Health Partnerships. This role provides high-level leadership and strategic vision for the Indiana CTSI’s community engagement programs, initiatives, and activities. The person in this role will also co-lead the community engagement pillar of the the Indiana CTSI. Interested faculty members from Indiana University, Purdue University, or the University of Notre Dame should submit their application by February 14, 2025. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4gQkQ0b

Undergraduate Research Opportunity: The Indiana CTSI is seeking passionate undergraduates for its summer research program. Gain hands-on experience working with research-focused faculty mentors in science and medicine. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/3DSUyf2

Kevan Herold, MD, a pioneering researcher in the field of translational immunology, has been named the 2025 winner of the August M. Watanabe Prize in Translational Research. Learn more: https://bit.ly/41wc6Hy

On November 12, 2024, Community Health Partnerships hosted “Community Collaborative Engagement Day” at the Beck Agricultural Center in West Lafayette to provide an opportunity for partners from across the state to learn about work being done to improve health for all residents of Indiana, as well as resources, tools, and collaborations available to support those efforts. Read the recap story: https://bit.ly/3ZsoAxc