NC TraCS is hosting a 4-session, virtual Clinical Trialist Training Bootcamp beginning on August 3rd. The goal of the bootcamp is to educate current and future site Principal Investigators on industry-sponsored clinical trials, including the landscape of clinical trials at UNC-Chapel Hill; how to evaluate study opportunities; elements of study start-up; investigator responsibilities; and overseeing a study … Read more
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This session provides an overview of changes to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant application requirements, including new Common Forms that will be required for due dates on or after January 25, 2026. In particular, this presentation will focus on the Biosketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support forms, which will need to be completed … Read more
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Join us as Dr. Jon Juliano, the new director of the UNC Institute for Global Health and Infectious Diseases, outlines his goals and priorities for his first 90 days. This will be an open forum, for questions and discussion! Although we hope to see many in the community attend in person, attendees can also join … Read more |
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Management of Radiation Side Effects: Focus on Thoracic and Gynecologic Malignancies Ashley Weiner, MD, PhD Webinar Flyer Live Webinar September 2, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: NCPD • ACPE This webinar is a part of the Advanced Practice Provider webinar series with the UNC Lineberger Cancer Network. |
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Three months after Ebola was first declared in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the outbreak continues to expand, with cases and deaths rising across the region. What began in the Mongbwalu health zone of Ituri Province spread to 53 health zones spanning Ituri, North Kivu, Haut-Uele and Tshopo provinces, becoming the largest Ebola … Read more |
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The NC TraCS Biostatistics Seminar Series is appropriate for those with a basic familiarity with statistics. These seminars introduce topics not often included in STATS 101. In this seminar Yun Li, PhD, will discuss meta-analyses. Those interested may want to register for both this seminar and our subsequent presentation on systematic reviews, but this seminar can also stand alone. … Read more |
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UNC Health Children's | Children's Research Institute Lecture Series Ian Davis, MD, PhD Tuesday, September 8, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 pm 3116 Mary Ellen Jones Building and Virtual Please contact childrensresearch@med.unc.edu for Zoom details. Dr. Ian Davis is the Stuart H. Gold Distinguished Professor and Chief of the Division of Hematology-Oncology. Dr. Davis uses genome-wide research approaches … Read more |
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This online training session will provide an introduction to qualitative research methods. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and share experiences conducting qualitative research. Topics include: differences between quantitative and qualitative research, qualitative research methodologies, strategies for qualitative data collection, & methods of qualitative data analysis. This event is part of the NC TraCS … Read more
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Palliative and Patient Centered Pediatric Cancer Care Catherine Habashy, MD, MPH Webinar Flyer Live Webinar September 9, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: NCPD • ACPE • ASRT • ODS This webinar is a part of the Patient Centered Care webinar series with the UNC Lineberger Cancer Network.
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Federal guidance governing research collaborations with foreign entities seem to change so frequently lately -- how do you stay on top of it all? Who should you ask to confirm that you're in compliance? What resources can help you stay on top of it all? Join subject matter experts from the Research Security Office (RSO), … Read more |
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The NC TraCS Biostatistics Seminar Series is appropriate for those with a basic familiarity with statistics. These seminars introduce topics not often included in STATS 101. In this seminar Katherine Howell, MSLIS, will discuss the systematic literature reviews that go with meta-analyses. Those interested may want to register for both this seminar and our prior presentation on meta-analyses, but … Read more |
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Health professionals, students, and researchers often and unintentionally make health information and communication overly complex and difficult to understand for patients and caregivers, as well as those not in their field of study. This session will cover health literacy basics, as well as some strategies, resources, and best practices in using plain language to convey … Read more
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Planning for retirement involves financial, professional, and personal considerations that can benefit from early reflection and informed decision-making. This session will offer practical guidance from HR along with faculty-informed perspectives to help participants better understand retirement planning within the academic environment. Attendees will gain insight into key considerations, available resources, and lessons learned. While relevant … Read more
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Leveling Up with Databricks in the SHIRE New developments and guidance are coming to Databricks in the SHIRE. In this seminar, JP Powers, PhD, will highlight new enhancements and functionality that will become available to users, with a particular focus on Unity Catalog. He will also address some common pitfalls and points of confusion around working … Read more
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Lisa M. Coussens, PhD, FAACR, FAIO Professor and Chairwoman, Department of Cell, Developmental & Cancer Biology Hildegard Lamfrom Endowed Chair in Basic Science Oregon Health & Science University Seminar Title: “Inflammation and cancer: From basic mechanisms to therapeutic targets” Location: Bioinformatics Building, Room 1131 Host: The Steelman Committee — Mike Emanuele, PhD; Kirsten Bryant, PhD; Kevin Pruitt, PhD; … Read more
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UNC Lineberger Cancer Grand Rounds Jared Weiss (jared_weiss@med.unc.edu) Joshua Zeidner (Joshua_Zeidner@med.unc.edu) Kaitlin Morrison (kaitlin_morrison@med.unc.edu) in coordination with UNC Lineberger Cancer Network unclcn@unc.edu 919-445-1000 |
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Summary of Seminar: Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common birth defect; yet its developmental origins are often undefined. The Kwong Lab’s work uses new mouse models and human iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes to show that the mitochondrial citrate carrier SLC25A1 links cellular metabolism to chromatin regulation during heart development and acts as a genetic risk factor … Read more
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This interactive online workshop will focus on semi-structured interviewing, a data collection method used in qualitative research. Topics covered will include basics of semi-structured interviews, development of interview questions and probes, interviewing skills, and considerations for conducting virtual interviews. Participants will have the opportunity to practice developing interview questions and using interviewing skills. This event … Read more
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Curious about how to use generative AI (genAI) to inform your clinical research and practice? This session will cover the basics of using genAI chatbots and AI-assisted tools for clinical information retrieval and literature reviews. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of using AI tools for different steps of the research process, prompting strategies, and … Read more |
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This free webinar provides an overview of how Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Training (DBT-ST) can be adapted to support autistic adults without co-occurring intellectual disability. Participants will learn about the unique mental health needs of autistic adults, the current gaps in available evidence-based interventions, and how neuro-affirming modifications can enhance the use of DBT-ST. The … Read more |
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This interactive online workshop will provide an introduction to focus groups, a data collection method used in qualitative research. Topics covered will include focus group methodology, considerations for planning a focus group, development of focus group discussion guides, focus group facilitation skills, and tips for conducting virtual focus groups. Attendees will also observe or participate … Read more |
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This online training will provide an introduction to qualitative data analysis, focusing on content/thematic analysis. The session will cover the basics of qualitative data analysis and steps in the analysis process, including transcribing, memoing, codebook development and coding, exploring content areas or themes, and interpreting and communicating findings. Participants will have the opportunity to practice … Read more |
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The NC TraCS Biostatistics Seminar Series is appropriate for those with a basic familiarity with statistics. These seminars introduce topics not often included in STATS 101. In this seminar Jeff Laux, PhD, will discuss the nature of power analyses and further topics. Register Please note: This seminar will not be recorded and materials will be shared during the … Read more |
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