Office of Research and Faculty Development Bi-monthly e-Newsletter ninth edition

Discovery in Duke Ob/Gyn , your bi-monthly source for the latest news on research and innovation in our Department, in our university and beyond. In this issue, we highlight the following:  SAVE-THE-DATE for multiple events Research Program Highlights Ob/Gyn CRU and institutional resources Upcoming scientific meeting dates, abstract deadlines and funding opportunities  The Office of Research welcomes the opportunity to work more closely with you in developing and managing your research and promoting your accomplishments. Please do not hesitate to contact us at obgynresearch@duke.edu .

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Geeta Swamy, MD Vice Chair for Research and Faculty Development, Duke Ob/Gyn Vice Dean and Associate Vice President for Research, Duke University School of Medicine We want to hear from you!

Profiles in Research Chad Grotegut, MD, MHSc, MBA , Associate Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, describes his experience and motivation that led him to a career as a physician-scientist in high risk obstetrics, what led him to conduct research in normal and dysfunctional labor, and how important mentors are for success.   Read More

Institutional Resources

Update on Scholars@Duke and outside relationships  Complete transparency and full disclosure play a key role in reducing, eliminating or managing conflicts of commitment and conflicts of interest. Since 2013, DukeHealth.org has displayed Industry Relationships for Duke providers (see example here) . Scholars@Duke will display a new section, “Industry Relationships,” to show outside interests that have been reported on annual Conflict of Interest disclosure forms . Here is an example of how the information will appear in your Scholars@Duke page.

For questions about the COI form or the conflict of interest reporting process, contact dosicoi@duke.edu . For questions about Scholars@Duke, please contact your local Power User .

NEW Grant Review and Submission Process All applications for research funding from a sponsor outside of Duke must be reviewed and approved by the Office of Research Administration (ORA). A complete and compliant application must be submitted to ORA no later than 8:00am five (5) business days prior to the sponsor’s deadline to allow time to ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements. Any late submissions require a Grant Application Waiver Request that must be approved by the Chair or Business Manager. The “scientific” sections may be submitted in near final form to allow investigators additional time for editing. You can learn more using the following weblinks for the Five-day Review Policy ,  Expedited/After-the-Fact Review , What is Required for Routin g .

CRU Resources

Questions about doing research at Duke? Ask your RPM

PREreview of IRIS Applications Prior to Submission:  Ask a Clinical Research Coordinator, Regulatory Coordinator or Research Practice Manager to review your iRIS application prior to submission. They provide key feedback to novice investigators and may help to decrease the time of department review. If you do not have this resource, or have other questions, please contact Bonnie Thiele , Ob/Gyn CRU Research Practice Manager.

Upcoming Events and Important Dates

SMFM 40th Annual Meeting February 3-8, 2020 Gaylord Texan Resort and Conference Center 1501 Gaylord Trail Grapevine, Texas 76501 Visit website The Basic Science of Uterine Fibroids Scientific Meeting February 28, 2020 N ational Institute of Environmental Health Sciences 111 TW Alexander Drive #A2-09 Durham, North Carolina 27709 Visit website

SRI 67th Annual Scientific Meeting March 10-14, 2020 Vancouver Convention Centre East 999 Canada Place Vancouver, BC V6C 3C1 Canada Visit website SGO Annual Meeting on Women's Cancer March 28-31, 2020 Metro Toronto Convention Centre 255 Front St West Toronto, ON M5V 2W6 Canada Visit website

Abstract Details

January 7, 2020 (late-breaking) Visit website February 1, 2020  Visit website April 1, 2020  Visit website

Upcoming Grants and Funding Opportunities

Duke Center for REsearch to AdvanCe Healthcare Equity (REACH Equity) : seeking applications for a mentored research career development award for junior faculty. REACH Equity research must address racial and ethnic disparities in health by developing and testing interventions that improve the quality of patient-centered care in the clinical encounter. Letter of Intent (Recommended) Due: December 2, 2019 Applications Due: December 16, 2019 by 5:00PM EST D uke CTSA TL1 Post Doctoral Training Program : 2-year training program aiming to provide 2 years of funded time to support the research training of outstanding junior scientists. Applications Due: January 13, 2020 Duke CTSA TL1 Physician Research Fellowship : 2-year training program aiming to provide 2 years of funded time to support the research training of physician-scientists. Applications Due: January 13, 2020

Research Staff Corner

Please welcome the new staff to the Ob/Gyn Department Please join us in extending a heartfelt welcome to the newest additions to our Research Team as they begin their journey in the Duke Department of Ob/Gyn:

Juliann Rush, RN: Perinatal Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator, Tier 1 Pilar Roa: Perinatal Clinical Research Coordinator

Thank you in advance for helping them to make a smooth transition and have a pleasant onboarding experience.

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