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SUMMARY:ITM Grand Rounds: Eureka Talks
DESCRIPTION:\nEureka Talks: Hear Health Explorations That Just Might Change Your Life!\n\n\nGet the inside scoop on health explorations from Chicago’s top universities and the people going where science hasn’t gone before. Enjoy dynamic, short, TED-like talks on a variety of health topics.\nBONUS: free food and an open bar! Vote for your favorite Talks and stick around for good food and even better conversation!\nThis event will be held on April 17 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m at MATTER in the Merchandise Mart (222 Merchandise Mart Plaza #228, Chicago, IL 60654). Register below!\n\n
URL:https://chicagoitm.org/events/itm-grand-rounds-eureka-talks-2/
ORGANIZER;CN=Les Cooke:MAILTO:lcooke@bsd.uchicago.edu
CATEGORIES:For Researchers Events,For the Public Events
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SUMMARY:Using Implementation Science to Improve Health Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss ITM-Loyola’s seminar series all about using implementation science to improve health outcomes! Join virtually on Zoom to hear Melissa Braganza, Acting Director, VA Health Systems Research, Director, VA Quality Enhancement Research Initiative (QUERI), present on “Moving Research into Clinical Practice and Policy in a Large Integrated Health System: The VA QUERI Program.” This seminar will highlight how research can be effectively translated into real-world clinical practice and policy within large, complex health systems. Drawing on the work of the VA Quality Enhancement Research Initiative, this session will explore strategies to scale, spread, and sustain evidence-based programs that improve care for Veterans and their caregivers.\nMelissa Braganza leads QUERI, a national program within the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that supports more than 400 investigators and staff across the country. Her work focuses on advancing implementation science by partnering with health system leaders, providers, and Veterans to accelerate the adoption of effective programs and policies across the VA healthcare system.\n
URL:https://chicagoitm.org/events/using-implementation-science-to-improve-health-outcomes-24/
ORGANIZER;CN=Madeline Mehall, MPH, PMP:MAILTO:mmehall@luc.edu
CATEGORIES:For Researchers Events
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SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award (Winn CDA)
DESCRIPTION:Are you an early-stage investigator physician committed to transforming and expanding access to the clinical research landscape? The Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award (Winn CDA) might be for you!\nThe Winn CDA offers a comprehensive and integrated approach to improving participation in clinical trials through workforce development and mentoring. The award provides $120,000 annually for two years to institutions sponsoring scholars. The funds are expected to cover a percentage of each scholar’s salary, equivalent to 40% of their time.  Research areas include cancer, cardiovascular disease and immunologic disorders.\nWinn CDA is part of a broader initiative, the Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials Award Program (Winn Awards), which seeks to improve patient participation in clinical studies so that treatments developed are tested, safe, and effective for all who will use them\n
URL:https://chicagoitm.org/events/application-deadline-robert-a-winn-excellence-in-clinical-trials-career-development-award-winn-cda/
ORGANIZER;CN=Winn CDA:MAILTO:winncda@vcu.edu
CATEGORIES:For Researchers Events,Funding Deadline Events
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SUMMARY:Health Outcomes Research Seminar: Harnessing AI to Enhance Health Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Join ITM-Endeavor Health for an exciting virtual seminar series that dives deep into how applied artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming health outcomes and enhancing clinical practice! You’ll hear from Matthew Thompson, Clinical Researcher at Google, on “Implementation of Agentic AI Tools to Enhance Patient-Centered, Evidence-Based Care at Scale.”\nThis series brings together leading researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals from across the Chicagoland area and beyond for a dynamic exchange of ideas, insights, and innovative solutions. Through engaging presentations and discussions, you’ll receive an in depth look at the latest AI driven breakthroughs in healthcare – how they’re improving patient care, enhancing clinical decisions, and shaping the future of medicine. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of current developments and future directions in the use of AI to enhance patient care with contributions from experts across the country and around the world.\n
URL:https://chicagoitm.org/events/health-outcomes-research-seminar-harnessing-ai-to-enhance-health-outcomes-2/
ORGANIZER;CN=Rachael Ann Brewington:MAILTO:rbrewington@northshore.org
CATEGORIES:For Researchers Events
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SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Designing for Implementation & Sustainability Certificate
DESCRIPTION:The Institute for Translational Medicine (ITM) is excited to announce a new Designing for Implementation & Sustainability Certificate Program, launching in Fall 2026. This immersive, bootcamp-style program is designed for health science researchers and healthcare/public health professionals who want to move beyond discovery and ensure their work creates meaningful, real-world impact. Through a combination of academic rigor and hands-on application, participants will gain practical strategies to successfully implement and sustain innovations across diverse settings.\n The curriculum follows a translational science approach, equipping participants with tools to bridge the gap between research and practice.\n\nTarget Audience: Early-stage faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students with a defined programmatic interest\nFormat: Online, experiential learning\nStructure: Three phases: September–October, February–March, May–Jun\nCost: Free\n\nJoin an upcoming virtual drop-in information session to learn more about the program:\n\nApril 3 at 12:00 PM CT: https://luc.zoom.us/j/84529545313?from=addon ( https://luc.zoom.us/j/84529545313?from=addon )\nApril 24 at 12:00 PM CT: https://luc.zoom.us/j/82702971818?from=addonCT ( https://luc.zoom.us/j/82702971818?from=addonCT )\nMay 15 at 3:00 PM CT: https://luc.zoom.us/j/83478280141?from=addon ( https://luc.zoom.us/j/83478280141?from=addon )\n\nClick Here to Learn More\n
URL:https://chicagoitm.org/events/application-deadline-designing-for-implementation-sustainability-certificate/
ORGANIZER;CN=Nallely Mora:MAILTO:namora@luc.edu
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SUMMARY:Health Outcomes Research Seminar: Harnessing AI to Enhance Health Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Join ITM-Endeavor Health for an exciting virtual seminar series that dives deep into how applied artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming health outcomes and enhancing clinical practice!\nThis series brings together leading researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals from across the Chicagoland area and beyond for a dynamic exchange of ideas, insights, and innovative solutions. Through engaging presentations and discussions, you’ll receive an in depth look at the latest AI driven breakthroughs in healthcare – how they’re improving patient care, enhancing clinical decisions, and shaping the future of medicine. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of current developments and future directions in the use of AI to enhance patient care with contributions from experts across the country and around the world.\n
URL:https://chicagoitm.org/events/health-outcomes-research-seminar-harnessing-ai-to-enhance-health-outcomes-3/
ORGANIZER;CN=Rachael Ann Brewington:MAILTO:rbrewington@northshore.org
CATEGORIES:For Researchers Events
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SUMMARY:Health Outcomes Research Seminar: Harnessing AI to Enhance Health Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Join ITM-Endeavor Health for an exciting virtual seminar series that dives deep into how applied artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming health outcomes and enhancing clinical practice!\nThis series brings together leading researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals from across the Chicagoland area and beyond for a dynamic exchange of ideas, insights, and innovative solutions. Through engaging presentations and discussions, you’ll receive an in depth look at the latest AI driven breakthroughs in healthcare – how they’re improving patient care, enhancing clinical decisions, and shaping the future of medicine. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of current developments and future directions in the use of AI to enhance patient care with contributions from experts across the country and around the world.\n
URL:https://chicagoitm.org/events/health-outcomes-research-seminar-harnessing-ai-to-enhance-health-outcomes-3-501/
ORGANIZER;CN=Rachael Ann Brewington:MAILTO:rbrewington@northshore.org
CATEGORIES:For Researchers Events
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SUMMARY:Health Outcomes Research Seminar: Harnessing AI to Enhance Health Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Join ITM-Endeavor Health for an exciting virtual seminar series that dives deep into how applied artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming health outcomes and enhancing clinical practice!\nThis series brings together leading researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals from across the Chicagoland area and beyond for a dynamic exchange of ideas, insights, and innovative solutions. Through engaging presentations and discussions, you’ll receive an in depth look at the latest AI driven breakthroughs in healthcare – how they’re improving patient care, enhancing clinical decisions, and shaping the future of medicine. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of current developments and future directions in the use of AI to enhance patient care with contributions from experts across the country and around the world.\n
URL:https://chicagoitm.org/events/health-outcomes-research-seminar-harnessing-ai-to-enhance-health-outcomes-3-501-278/
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