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We help researchers advance their projects—and their careers—with tailored services, training programs, and funding.

ICTR works to improve the health of Wisconsin by making the research process smoother, faster, and more impactful.

Services, support, and funding to accelerate your impact

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Research Services
ICTR provide comprehensive support for every stage of the research process, from initial design and development to implementation.
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Education & Training
ICTR offers a variety of educational programs and training opportunities designed to advance your research career and broaden your knowledge.
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Funding Opportunities
ICTR’s robust funding awards include pilot projects that help turn evidence into interventions and career development awards that help researchers grow professionally.

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Study assesses how artificial intelligence could reduce nursing documentation burden

While ambient listening has been studied in physician settings, evidence of its use in nursing remains limited. UW Health’s Ambient Listening for Nursing study is among the first efforts to evaluate the technology in inpatient nursing workflows.

September 25, 2026

Peer mentoring program for clinical trialists launches; mentors sought

Those interested in becoming mentors should fill out a brief survey by Oct. 10. Experienced trialists will be paired with emerging research investigators.

Six new trainees join ICTR TL1 Training Program

The TL1 Program speeds the development of early-career researchers into innovators and leaders in improving human health.

LHS Demonstration Projects advance patient-centered health care improvements

Julia Berian, MD, MS, and Matthew Kalscheur, MD, receive the 2026-27 Learning Health System Demonstration Project awards.

Featured Events

Nov 2

REDCap training sessions

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Zoom Call
Nov 12

Beyond Enrollment: Practical Methods for Improving Study Retention (Session 2)

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Zoom Call
Nov 12

Institutional Support for Mentorship

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Virtual event

Our Achievements Make an Impact

Founded in 2007, ICTR helps diverse researchers from many fields improve the speed, efficiency, and equity of their work, while shortening the time to bring innovations to practice.

8,667
Protocols supported by ICTR since 2012
6,479
Publications citing ICTR support since 2012
450
Pilot grant awards
5,621
Scholars served or trained by ICTR since 2012
91
K scholars
150+
Institutional collaborators in 2024