Summer Institute on Behavioral Clinical Trials. March Lecture on Touch and Pain.

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OBSSR Summer Institute on Randomized Behavioral Clinical Trials

The NIH Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR), in collaboration with the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), will hold the Eighteenth Annual Summer Institute on Randomized Behavioral Clinical Trials on July 8-19, 2018, in Warrenton, Virginia.


The program provides a thorough grounding in the conduct of randomized clinical trials to researchers and health professionals interested in developing competence in the planning, design, and execution of randomized clinical trials involving behavioral interventions.  Priority is given to individuals who have received their Ph.D. or MD (or equivalent) after 2011, but all researchers interested in pursuing a career in clinical research are encouraged to apply.

 

Dates for the Institute this year are July 8-19, 2018. Applications are now being acceptedThe deadline for submitting a completed application is February 23, 2018.

 

 

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SAVE THE DATE: March 12, "Under Your Skin: Molecules and Cells for Touch and Pain"

Dr. Alexander Chesler, Ph.D., Principal Investigator in the NCCIH Intramural Program will present the next Integrative Medicine Lecture, March 12, 2018 at 11 a.m. ET; NIH Main Campus (Bethesda, MD), Lipsett Amphitheater, NIH Building 10. A remote viewing option will be available.

 


Resources for Researchers

Notice: Research Supplements to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research (Admin Supp Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

Fostering diversity by addressing underrepresentation in the scientific research workforce is a key component of the NIH strategy to identify, develop, support and maintain the quality of our scientific human capital. Every facet of the United States scientific research enterprise—from basic laboratory research to clinical and translational research to policy formation–requires superior intellect, creativity and a wide range of skill sets and viewpoints. NIH's ability to help ensure that the nation remains a global leader in scientific discovery and innovation is dependent upon a pool of highly talented scientists from diverse backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups, who will help to further NIH's mission.


 

Questions About the NIH SBIR/STTR Program? Webinars TODAY and TOMORROW!

Are you interested in learning about grants offered through the NIH Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs? On January 16, 2018, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) SBIR/STTR Program released the HHS SBIR/STTR PHS 2018-2 Grant Omnibus/Parent Solicitations; some will require Clinical Trials and others will not allow them. 

 

To assist with this adjustment, NIH is offering two informational webinars today and tomorrow. The content of both webinars will be similar, but Webinar 1 will provide specific information about Clinical Trials and using the New PHS Human Subjects and Clinical Trials Information Form


Webinar 1 - Tuesday February 6, 2018, 2-4 pm ET
HHS SBIR/STTR PHS 2018-2 Grant Clinical Trial Parent Webinar 

Register now

 

Webinar 2 - Wednesday February 7, 2018, 2-4 pm ET

HHS SBIR/STTR PHS 2018-2 Grant Non-Clinical Trial Omnibus Webinar

Register now

 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Both webinars will be recorded and transcribed, with videos, transcripts, and slides being posted on sbir.nih.gov, within one week of the broadcast. For more information, view the full NIH Guide Notice.



Upcoming Events

Pain Lecture: Cortical plasticity as a key target for treating chronic pain and anxiety 

February 8, 2018, 11 a.m. ET; NIH Main Campus, Bethesda, MD (in-person attendance only).

 

NCCIH National Advisory Council Meeting

February 9, 2018, NIH Main Campus, Bethesda, MD (will be videocast). Agenda now posted.

 

Society for Neuroscience, Enhancing Rigor and Transparency in Neuroscience

April 10, 2018, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ET

Neuronline will host a live virtual conference, Enhancing Rigor and Transparency in Neuroscience. Expert faculty from a range of neuroscience disciplines and employment sectors will speak live on topics that include: Experimental design to minimize bias; Considerations for data analysis; NIH training resources and requirements for rigor; Transparent publishing practices; Methods for incentivizing rigorous research. Registration for this conference is free and open to the public.

  


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Job Opportunity: NCCIH Scientific Review Officer

Last week, Martina Schmidt, Ph.D., NCCIH Chief, Office of Scientific Review, blogged about a job opening in the Review office.