Advance Rhode Island Clinical and Translational Research Network
Forecasted
Brown University's Advance Rhode Island Clinical and Translational Research Network supports innovative clinical and translational science with funding, mentorship, and research resources across Rhode Island.
Funder: Brown University
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Annual application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Varies by program; includes pilot project seed funding and mentored research awards (typically 1–2 years of support).
Summary: Supports Rhode Island investigators with funding, resources, and professional development for innovative clinical and translational research.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected based on the annual cycle.
Description
The Advance Rhode Island Clinical and Translational Research Network (Advance-CTR), led by Brown University, is a statewide initiative designed to accelerate clinical and translational research that addresses health priorities in Rhode Island. The program provides access to funding, research resources, expert consultation, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for investigators at Brown, the University of Rhode Island, and affiliated healthcare institutions. Through its integrated network, Advance-CTR fosters collaboration and supports projects across the translational spectrum—from basic and preclinical research to clinical studies and population-level health outcomes.
Advance-CTR offers two primary annual award programs:
- Pilot Projects Program: Provides seed funding for innovative clinical and translational research.
- Mentored Research Awards: Offers early-career investigators protected research time and mentorship to launch independent research careers.
Comprehensive research services and core consultations are available to applicants, including biostatistics, research design, qualitative methods, and biomedical informatics support.
