Connecting BU CTSI-Affiliated Researchers to Bibliographic Resources

With access to a range of resources, the BU Alumni Medical Library is instrumental in advancing medical knowledge and innovation. Researchers, students, and faculty benefit from project-specific consultations, training sessions, and a wealth of digital and print materials. Learn More

The 2023 BU CTSI Impact Report

In case you missed it, the Boston University Clinical and Translational Science Institute (BU CTSI) is proud to share the 2023 Impact Report. This document celebrates the Institute's achievements over the past year and reflects on its role since receiving initial funding from the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences in 2008. Under the leadership of David Center, MD, and Megan Bair-Merritt, MD, MSCE, BU CTSI continues to be a leader in clinical and translational science, focusing on improving health and advancing research towards health equity. Read More

Do Your Publications Have an Impact

on Policy?

Have you considered how your published work can gain traction for translation and create

a lasting impact? When translation of research is successful, the resulting outcomes can deliver significant impacts on patient health, advancing systems, and changing culture within a healthcare system. Learn More

Addressing Rare Diseases

Up to $100 M in total available funding

Up to $12 M direct costs / application

Total project period: 5 years

Applications open May 7

Town Hall: May 14

LOI due June 4

PCORI is particularly interested in submissions that address the following Special Areas of Emphasis (SAEs), although applicants are not limited to these areas:

• Approaches to symptom management for individuals with rare disease
• Approaches for timely diagnosis of rare diseases
• Approaches to improving care delivery for individuals with rare diseases





Addressing Substance Use

Up to $100 M in total available funding

Up to $12 M direct costs / application

Total project period: 5 years

Applications open May 7

Town Hall: May 16

LOI due June 4

PCORI is particularly interested in submissions that address the following Special Areas of Emphasis (SAEs), although applicants are not limited to these areas:



• Evidence-based strategies to advance equity in the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders
• Evidence-based interventions for overdose prevention
• Strategies to reduce nicotine and tobacco use in disproportionally affected populations

NIH RECOVER Makes Long COVID Data Easier to Access

By giving researchers access to secure data, analysis tools, and resources, the BDC ecosystem aims to spur scientific innovation, collaboration, and discovery, while providing

a platform for sharing data and validating results. Read More

Scientists Find Cancer-like Features in Atherosclerosis, Spurring Opportunity for New Treatment Approaches

Using molecular techniques in mouse

models and patient tissue samples with atherosclerosis, the researchers of the new study characterized the mechanisms that drive smooth muscle cells to transition into cancer-like cell types. Read More

Tufts CTSI's 3rd Annual Dissemination

of Research Results Open House

May 7, 2024 | 6-7 pm | Via Zoom

This is an opportunity for study participants

to learn about the results of the study in which they participated. It is also an opportunity for the general public to learn more about research happening at Tufts Medical Center and Northeastern University. Learn More

The NIH Career Symposium is a virtual event highlighting the diversity of career choices available to biomedical researchers. This event provides career exploration and networking opportunities for graduate students, postdocs, and fellows in the NIH Intramural Research Program. Graduate students and postdocs from outside the NIH are also welcome to attend. Learn More