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Translating scientific discoveries into improved health through research.

06/04/2026

Meet Troy Lance Cuevas '26!

Troy Lance is a dedicated student research assistant at the Translational Research Hub.
Driven by a commitment to the research realm, he is focusing his efforts on the bridge between laboratory work and patient-centered clinical care.

His journey at the Bridge Lab is a testament to the impact of student researchers in advancing the future of academia and medicine.

06/01/2026

Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month highlights the critical importance of neurology research in addressing neurodegenerative disease. At UC San Diego, groundbreaking work is being led by the Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC), where investigators are exploring the root causes of memory disorders.

Current research at UC San Diego includes a first-in-human gene therapy clinical trial designed to deliver Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) directly to the brain to prevent cell loss. Additionally, researchers are investigating the impact of lifestyle factors, such as the TREAD study on time-restricted eating, to understand how daily habits influence cognitive health.
ACTRI supports these efforts by providing the essential infrastructure for both observational studies and interventional clinical trials. From specialized cognitive testing rooms to regulatory guidance, our resources enable investigators to focus on biomarker discovery and diagnostic innovation.

Learn more about the BDNF Gene Therapy Trial:
https://ow.ly/Njal50YCW7t

05/28/2026

Strengthen your federal funding competitiveness with the Regional NSF I-Corps Aspire Course. This program helps faculty-led research teams generate stakeholder-validated data to strengthen proposals and Broader Impacts narratives.

Course Benefits:

Validated Evidence: Generate data that clarifies real-world applications and strengthens translational positioning.

TIP Alignment: Position your research within NSF TIP priorities through clarified translational pathways.

Broader Impacts: Develop a strategy that strengthens societal relevance and proposal competitiveness.

Courses are offered year-round. Apply today at desertpacificicorps.org/apply.

05/25/2026

Meet Olivia Ghilardi, a dedicated research intern at the Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute! Olivia is making significant contributions as a research intern at the Dissemination and Implementation Science Center (DISC) at UCSD.

Her work focuses on implementation frameworks in public health and data analysis, bridging the gap between scientific literature and real-world application. With a passion for creating equitable, modern, and realistic health systems, Olivia is a valuable asset to our team. We are thrilled to support Olivia’s journey as she shapes the future of implementation science!

05/22/2026

In celebration of Clinical Trials Highlights Week, we’re shining a spotlight on the dedicated student workers gaining hands-on experience in the TRH Laboratory at ACTRI. From carefully preparing and processing samples to supporting ongoing clinical studies, these students are learning the essential skills that drive scientific discovery. Their hard work and curiosity play a crucial role in advancing translational research and helping shape the next generation of clinical researchers.

We are proud to support the students who help make life-changing treatments a reality through their work in the lab! 🧪🧬

05/21/2026

Yesterday, we celebrated Clinical Trials Day by recognizing the incredible people who make clinical research possible 💙

Clinical Trials Day honors the history and impact of clinical research in advancing treatments, improving patient care, and creating better health outcomes for future generations. It is also a time to recognize the dedication, resilience, and innovation of those who support clinical research every day, helping turn discovery into possibility and hope for patients and families.

We were excited to bring in treats to thank our amazing staff whose hard work helps make this important work possible! 🍪✨

05/18/2026

The 14th annual Triton Sustainability Challenge 2026 will take place on May 19, 2026 at Scripps Seaside Forum, bringing together finalists from across University of California San Diego to pitch innovative, environmentally focused technologies.

Competing teams will present to campus leaders and San Diego’s business community for a chance to win $30,000 in prizes, showcasing ideas developed in partnership with the Rady School of Management, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and Jacobs School of Engineering.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/TSCfinals2026

05/14/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month highlights the importance of early intervention and access to quality care. UC San Diego Health provides behavioral health services including therapy and psychiatric care.

ACTRI supports clinical research that advances treatment approaches, expands access to care, and promotes long-term mental health outcomes through ongoing studies focused on depression, anxiety, and related conditions.

🔗Learn More: https://clinicaltrials.ucsd.edu/mental-health make this short for witter

05/13/2026

Behind every successful study is a strong foundation of regulatory guidance, study coordination, and operational support. Established in 2010, ACTRI joined a national effort to accelerate translational science.

The dedicated La Jolla hub opened in 2016 to bring scientists, clinicians, and engineers together to speed discoveries from the lab to patient care. ACTRI is supported by multiple Clinical and Translational Science Awards from the National Institutes of Health, including a recent seven-year, $80 million award that expands clinical trial capacity and workforce training.

Today, this infrastructure manages hundreds of clinical trials and ensures regulatory compliance while maintaining the highest standards of research quality and safety.

ACTRI Opening Day History: https://ow.ly/z5XW50YCVms

05/11/2026

Nobel Prize–winning immunologist and UC San Diego alumnus Fred Ramsdell ’83 will serve as the keynote speaker for the Class of 2026 All Campus Commencement. The ceremony takes place on June 13 at RIMAC Field.

Ramsdell will share his professional journey from UC San Diego student to globally recognized scientist with the graduating class.

Get commencement details and registration info: commencement.ucsd.edu

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San Diego, CA
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Telephone

+18585342230

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http://actri.ucsd.edu/

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