We are pleased to announce the recipients of our 2024 CTSI Pilot Awards. We awarded 4 Clinical and Translational Science awards and 5 Translational Research awards. Congratulations to each of our recipients!
2024 Clinical and Translational Science Recipients
Ashish Khanna, MDAnesthesiology
“Precision-Based Renin Assessment in Septic Shock Outcomes” |
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Jaime Hughes, PhD, MPH, MSWImplementation Science “Engaging Rural Older Adults and Communities in the Refinement And Implementation of Walkon!“ |
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Halley Alexander, MDNeurology“Applying the Multiphase Optimization Strategy Framework (MOST) to physical activity interventions for neurological populations” |
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Amy McMichael, MDDermatology “Identifying Genetic Risk Factors for Traction Alopecia in African Americans” |
2024 Translational Research Recipients
Reto Asmis, PhDMolecular Medicine
“Role of Hematopoietic Monoamine Oxidase A in Experimental Autoimmune Encephalomyelitis (EAE)”
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Jeffrey Willey, PhDRadiation Oncology
“Osteoclast and Neuronal Crosstalk as a Mechanism for Chest Wall Pain in Lung Cancer Patients Receiving Thoracic Radiosurgery”
*co-funded by The Comprehensive Cancer Center |
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Jared Weis, PhDBiomedical Engineering
“Clinical Translation of Photoacoustic Imaging for Assessing Infant Intestinal Health and Necrotizing Enterocolitis”
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Rohan Mahabaleshwarker, MDImplementation Science
“Validation of a Pharmacy Risk Score in Patients with Diabetes and Hypertension”
*co-funded by the Center on Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolism *Awarded a $10,000 supplement from the Wake Forest Center for Artificial Intelligence |
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John Salsman, PhDSocial Sciences and Health Policy
“Supporting Spirituality in Young Adults with Cancer Using a Digital Health Approach: A Feasibility Study”
*co-funded by The Comprehensive Cancer Center |