November 15, 2018

Bookmark PeDRA’s new website and check back often.  The new site features updates on every PeDRA Study, funding opportunities, educational content, resources for patient engagement, the new Research Toolkit, and much more. 

Take advantage of online courses to develop your research skill set.  As a place to start, consider this three-part online course from Nature on how to collaborate effectively in research.

Have you ever thought about joining social media? Establishing yourself on social media is a great way to stay connected with fellow investigators, up-to-date on the latest research, and to […]

Don’t be discouraged if you have been rejected from a recent grant application! Take the opportunity to connect with program officers, revise based on reviewer feedback, and add new data. Acceptance […]

When preparing a grant application DO sweat the small stuff.  Strictly follow formatting guidelines, pay careful attention to the budget, and make sure the project is realistic.  To make sure […]

Before applying for a research grant, get to know the organization that you’re applying to, the expectations for the research proposal, and the people running the program. Exploring previously funded […]

Keep your Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training up to date! GCP training is often required for investigators and staff conducting clinical research. It’s available from many sources including NIH and CITI and needs to […]

When embarking on a new study, consider your target journal and audience early. This can help with study design and anticipated outcomes. Explore online resources for a list of journal impact […]

Before starting a multi-site study, find out whether your institution is a CTSA Program Hub or FDP Member organization.  If so, study start-up might be easier than you think. EMAIL US and PeDRA staff will […]

If you haven’t already done so, register now for an ORCiD digital identifier.  It’s free and should take you less than one minute.  ORCiD ID’s provide a unique connection between you […]

Meet with a statistician early in the planning stages of a study. Preliminary meetings are usually FREE, and statisticians can help design your study for optimal efficiency and maximum impact.

Use the holidays to get organized and set goals. Clean up your files, notebooks, and freezers and write down at least one research-related goal for 2019.