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AU/UGA Medical Partnership student Adolphia Lauture (left) oversees a study visit
Foods and Nutrition PhD student Kristine Polley measures resting metabolic rate
Clinical Research Nurse Krissy Capitano working in the lab
Study coordinator Tiana Tauiliili oversees an exercise training study visit

What is the CTRU?

The Clinical and Translational Research Unit (CTRU), located on the UGA Health Sciences Campus, supports investigators to conduct clinical and translational studies that advance the understanding, prevention and treatment of human disease. For students and health sciences trainees, the unit provides opportunities to learn how laboratory discoveries are translated into improved patient outcomes.

The CTRU is an initiative of the AU/UGA Medical Partnership and the UGA Office of  Research.

Participate in a Study

The research conducted at the CTRU would not happen if not for the generous actions of our volunteer study participants. The CTRU has many opportunities for members of the Athens-area community to become involved in important research that can impact health and quality of life for current and future generations. Check out our current list of studies to see if you may qualify, and/or sign up to receive email alerts for new studies below. Thank you!

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3 months ago

The Clinical and Translational Research Unit - CTRU at UGA
We are now enrolling for this study! Women who are pregnant or have given birth in the past 6 weeks can scan the QR code in the flyer for more information. Thanks!We are currently recruiting participants for a nutrition study for postpartum women to determine if a multivitamin and mineral supplement improves nutrition and health.If interested and for more info, please follow the link in our bio. ... See MoreSee Less

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The Clinical and Translational Research Unit - CTRU at UGA

3 years ago

The Clinical and Translational Research Unit - CTRU at UGA
We are currently enrolling for a one-visit study to understand immune cell functions. These study visits occur at 8:30am on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, last about half an hour, and involve a blood draw and questionnaire. See flyer below for more information. Please contact us at ctru@uga.edu or call 706-713-2721 if you are interested in participating or would like more information. Please leave a good phone number for us to contact you and good times to call you, whether you email or leave a voicemail. Thank you! ... See MoreSee Less

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The Clinical and Translational Research Unit - CTRU at UGA

3 years ago

The Clinical and Translational Research Unit - CTRU at UGA
Does your blood pressure measure high? We are looking for individuals who have high blood pressure (top number measures at or above 140), with or without medication, to participate in a research study. You do not need to be diagnosed with high blood pressure/hypertension. See below for more information, and contact us at ctru@uga.edu or 706-713-2721 if interested. Thank you! ... See MoreSee Less

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atlpedsresearch Pediatric Research Alliance @atlpedsresearch ·
4 May

Next Monday at K-Club ➡️ Drs. Janet Gross, Kathleen Krause, and Nael McCarty will share strategies for workshopping your specific aims page!

🗓️ 5/11/26 at 12pm (virtual only)

✅ Register here: https://survey.qualtrics.emory.edu/jfe/form/SV_b1MDicTPnsbifuS

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4 May

Tune in tonight at 9:30 for the latest episode of @mygpb's "Your Fantastic Mind," featuring two compelling stories:

🧠An Emory neurosurgeon treating a teenager living with a rare brain condition.
🚜The Emory Farmworker Project bringing care to South Georgia migrant farmers.

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1 May

💡Collaboration took center stage at Health Service Research Day! Georgia CTSA & Emory Health Services Research Center welcomed ~200 attendees representing a wide array of disciplines, levels, and institutions across GA.

#HSRDay highlights & discoveries➡️http://bit.ly/4cWdMhM

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28 Apr

🗓️Save the date! The next Georgia CTSA Community Engagement webinar is taking place this Thursday.

Attend "AI for Health Outcomes: Opportunities and Risks in Community Health" for a deep dive into AI's impact on healthcare & public health. 🩺

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Georgia CTSA logo featuring a stylized peach and the text Georgia Clinical & Translational Science Alliance, representing the Clinical and Translational Research Unit.
Piedmont Athens Regional logo with a multicolored geometric design on the left and the text “Piedmont ATHENS REGIONAL Clinical and Translational Research Unit” on the right.
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Augusta University logo featuring a blue shield with a white bell tower above the text Augusta University in blue capital letters, representing excellence in areas such as the Clinical and Translational Research Unit.