RTRN Mission
The primary goal of the RTRN is to
produce tangible health benefits for diverse minority/underserved
populations across the country through a translational research
network aimed at reducing health disparities.
RTRN Vision
"To lead health science innovation that focuses on
improving the health of underserved communities and be a valued
resource of health related research for these communities."
Specific Aims
| Specific Aim 1: |
Establish the network.
To integrate researchers into clinical, biomedical and
behavioral researchers with providers and community leaders
into geographic and ethnically diverse research partnerships |
| Specific Aim 2: |
Generate Translational research.
To create a system of research cluster which links
collaborating members within cyber workspaces to promote
intellectual exchange, generate innovative inter- and
multi-disciplinary research and facilitate scientific
advances. |
| Specific Aim 3: |
Conduct multi-site research.
To develop multi-site studies and encourage
multidisciplinary approaches to address diseases that
disproportionately affect underserved communities. |
| Specific Aim 4: |
implement a Data Technology Coordinating Center (DTCC).
The center will provide clinical data management, remote
data capture, biostatical services, project management,
database development and administration to support clinical
and biomedical research, and education activities. |
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