Brought to you by the WashU Medicine Clinical Research Training Center (CRTC)

At WashU, numerous grant-funded programs enable scholars to receive specialized training, and mentors are central to this mission of research education. Learn about the 2026 Mentoring Liaison Program (MLP) Retreat and how we're investing in mentor training to cultivate mentoring excellence.

Discover how KL2 Alum Suzanne Schindler, MD, PhD's model is helping predict the onset of Alzheimer's symptoms

Take a look at how KL2 alum Max Petersen, MD, PhD is advancing research in obesity and metabolic health

Let's celebrate! K12 Oncology Director Ramaswamy Govindan, MD was named among recipients for the Dean's Impact Awards

Looking to take a gap year? We're seeking eager and research-oriented postbaccs to join us for our two-year Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program in Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolic Diseases. This program is designed for individuals looking to enhance their research skills prior to pursuing graduate-level education, offering two full years of paid, mentored research. Apply by 5 p.m. CST on April 2, 2026!

The Bench Fundamentals for Translational Research course introduces fellows-in-training and future physician scientists to the core principles of scientific investigation. This unique three-week intensive format combines theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on applications to provide students with an understanding of common research approaches used in current scientific endeavors. Priority enrollment deadline: July 1, 2026.

Empower the next generation of medical researchers! We're seeking mentors for our Advanced Summer Program for Investigation and Research Education (ASPIRE). ASPIRE mentors provide support to undergraduate students throughout the summer, helping them deepen their knowledge and complete a key aspect of an active research project.

Are you ready to strengthen your presentations, manuscripts, grant proposals, and other research communications? Join us to learn about the ABT (And, But, Therefore) Framework, a transformative approach to storytelling in science, in a session led by its developer Randy Olson, PhD! 

Whether researcher or clinician, register for this dynamic virtual communications workshop on March 31, 2026, noon - 2 p.m.

As part of the WashU Medicine CRTC Career Development Seminar Series, Keith Lohse, PhD, PStat^Ⓡ will cover Rigor and Reproducibility as defined by the NIH. Learn how to rigorously apply the scientific method to support reliable, reproducible research outcomes.

Register now, and be sure to join us on April 14, 2026 from 3:30 - 5 p.m. in Connor Auditorium, FLTC or via Zoom.

From Idea to Execution: Structuring a Research Project for Success
Mar. 17 2026, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Connor Auditorium, FLTC or Online via Zoom

Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Workshop
Mar. 18, 2026, 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
EPNEC Auditorium, EPNEC

Don’t Flatline Your Feelings: Emotional Intelligence in Practice
Apr. 9, 2026, 12 - 1 p.m.
Room 205, FLTC or Online via Zoom

Please reach out to the CRTC with any questions at: crtc@wustl.edu.

Mailing Address: 660 S. Euclid Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110