Translational Science Seminars
Translational Science Seminars
The Translational Science Seminar provides the UCLA CTSI community with concrete examples of research that spans the translational spectrum. Seminars are organized around the top 10 causes of morbidity and mortality in Los Angeles County as well as other critical public health needs. The value of team science is demonstrated by collaborative teams who are working together to achieve population health goals. Scientists from different phases of the translational spectrum (T1-T4) present current research related to these major problems. They address how the research aligns with their vision for translation. Trainee and faculty discussions following the presentation emphasize both methods and goals to bridge the barriers for effective translation to health care, policy, and public health.
The Translational Science Seminar on “Translation in Practice: Advancing HIV Treatment and Prevention for Everyone” was held on October 15, 2024.
The panel consisted of:
- Alex Rinehart, PhD, ViiV Healthcare
- Raphael J. Landovitz, MD, UCLA Center for Clinical AIDS Research & Education.
- Dilara K. Üsküp, PhD, UCLA and Charles R. Drew University
- Ronald Brooks, PhD, UCLA Department of Family Medicine and Bienestar Human Services
Relevant Articles:
- Big Ideas in Brief: Medicaid Leadership Must Ensure Access to Longer-Acting HIV Products
- Big Ideas: Medicaid Leadership Must Ensure Access to Longer-Acting HIV Products
Please see below to view previous seminars.
The first seminar was held on January 18, 2024 on the “Scientific agility during the COVID-19 Pandemic.”
During the seminar the panelists discussed how they practiced team science during the pandemic, and the challenges and opportunities of flexible scientific thinking and immediate translation.
The panel consisted of:
- Judith Currier, MD, MSc, UCLA Infectious Diseases
- Omai Garner, PhD, UCLA Pathology and Lab Medicine
- Vladimir Manuel, MD, UCLA Family Medicine
- Tony Kuo, MD, MSHS, UCLA Family Medicine and LA County Department of Public Health
- Smita Malhotra, MD, LAUSD Chief Medical Director
- Sofia Cante, LAUSD Graduate