C. KENNETH AND DIANNE WRIGHT CENTER FOR CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH VCU BLOG

If you don’t share your research, who will? Groundbreaking work only achieves its full potential when it is shared effectively, allowing it to live outside the lab and change the world. To help scientists bridge the gap between academic study and real-world application, VCU’s Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research is proud to introduce […]

Public health policy and advocacy can take many forms — from direct community engagement to the analytical work that shapes data-driven decision-making. Dr. Roy Sabo’s role in public health policy development has often been an indirect but powerful one, focused on measurement, modeling, and tool creation that guide effective interventions and inform policy decisions.  Dr. […]

Good news for the VCU community: The VCU Wright Center is pleased to announce the launch of our institutional license for Overton, the world’s largest searchable database of policy and grey literature. This powerful resource is available to anyone with a vcu.edu or vcuhealth.org email address. For every researcher and administrator focused on demonstrating the […]

Clinical trials are the cornerstone of medical innovation, offering hope to patients and driving advancements in treatment. A recent article in Richmond Magazine highlights the pivotal role of clinical research in our region, featuring personal stories of clinical trial participants. These experiences underscore the profound impact these studies can have on individual lives and the […]

The Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority (VOAA) is accepting proposals from state agencies for its 2025 funding cycle to support evidence-based initiatives addressing the opioid crisis. Eligible projects should align with VOAA’s priority areas, including mobile crisis services, overdose reduction, expanded treatment access, recovery supports, and workforce development. Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) may submit one institutional […]

The ever-evolving landscape of clinical and translational research demands a workforce that is not only highly skilled but also adaptable to the interdisciplinary nature of modern science. Recognizing this need, the Wright Center, working closely with the VCU College of Health Professions, piloted a new course designed to enhance translational workforce development, aligning with the […]

At Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), the Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research is dedicated to empowering faculty and research teams with the tools, guidance, and support needed to accelerate scientific discovery and innovation. Whether you’re launching a new study, navigating regulatory requirements, or analyzing complex data, the Wright Center offers a wealth of resources […]

Translating Basic Research into Therapeutic Tools Entering the K12 program, Dr. Jiong Li, an Assistant Professor whose research focuses on understanding oncogenic signaling pathways and developing novel strategies for eradicating cancer, had a clear goal: to translate basic cancer research into therapeutic tools that could make a real impact on patient care. Recognizing the potential […]

On October 17th, 2024, the Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research at Virginia Commonwealth University held its first-ever Research Day, bringing together over fifty scholars, faculty, and partners to showcase research aimed at advancing clinical and translational science. This event emphasized collaboration and networking, showcasing the impact that community-engaged research can have on the […]

Retrospective research is a cornerstone of advancing medical knowledge, allowing researchers to draw valuable insights from existing data. However, accessing and utilizing this data can be a daunting task, particularly when navigating complex systems like TriNetX, Cosmos, and EPIC. A recent Research Town Hall at VCU, titled “How do I get the data needed for […]