There can be many barriers for a faculty member to initiate a research career. One of the missions of the CCTS and this website is to help reduce, if not eliminate, many of these barriers. A list of 'barrier reducers' has been compiled and listed below to assist you. More detailed information can be found by clicking on the links provided or the sub-menu above.

Funding: Developing a successful research program requires a constant source of extramural funds. The CCTS helps faculty develop a funding pipeline in several ways. Directly related to funding, the CCTS periodically releases Request for Applications (RFAs) for pilot studies. These funds permit the recipient to perform initial data gathering, with the intent to submit a grant for long-term support of a research project. Additionally, this website will list relevant RFAs and Request for Proposals (RFPs) from OSU, the NIH and other national funding agencies. The CCTS Collaboration Portal provides links to funding agencies. All CCTS RFAs are included in the CCTS RSS feed if you would like to to subscribe to this feed. One other place to check would be The Ohio State University Research Foundation (OSURF) website where more information can be found.

Pilot Studies: The CCTS provides periodic opportunities for OSU faculty members to submit an application for pilot funds. The overarching goal of this program is to initiate pilot funding and support new research teams. Although a maximum number of awards in each funding cycle can vary, typically an amount of about $30,000 is awarded per study (no indirect costs allowed). For more information, visit the Pilot and Collaborative Translational and Clinical Studies Program description.

Technology Transfer: The CCTS Technology Transfer program provides knowledge and support to faculty members engaged in the design and/or creation of new methodologies, products, or ideas that require patent protection. Contact ccts-technology@osumc.edu for assistance.

Novel Methodologies The purpose of the Novel Methodologies program is to develop new translational technology platforms and promote the utilization of these platforms at OSU. Currently there are 2 technology testbeds: The Micro RNA and the Laser Capture Microdissection (LCM) platforms. For more information regarding these testbeds, or to explore the development of an additional testbed, visit Novel Methodologies or contact ccts-methods@osumc.edu.

How to access a CCTS resource: A common application for all CCTS resources is being developed. Until this form is launched, you can apply for biostatistical services through the OSU Center for Biostatistics, or for clinical trial nursing, bionutritional and research laboratory instrumentation resources through the CCTS Clinical Research Center.