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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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ICTR leaders spearhead special journal issue on the science of mentorship

Dr. Chris Pfund and Dr. Chris Sorkness served as lead editors for a special issue of the Journal of Clinical and Translational Science (JCTS).

November 5, 2025

ICTR Pathway Program welcomes new scholars

The ICTR Pathway Program welcomes the 2025-2026 cohort.

Over 200 Research Day attendees focus on thriving amid uncertainty

Attendees from a wide range of professional roles and career stages gathered to learn, network, and share their science at the UW Health Sciences Learning Center.

ICTR announces the recipients of the 2025 Advancing Translational and Research Science pilot award

This award supports projects that advance innovative translational research by either identifying broadly applicable new processes or solving common challenges in turning innovations into real-world practice or policy.

Featured Events

Nov 14

Implementation Science Seminar – Methods: The Intersection of Commercialization and Implementation Science: A Parallel or Adjacent Field?

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Zoom Call
Nov 18

An Adapted Methods Motivational Interviewing Approach for Discussing Trial Information with Study Participants

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Zoom Call
Nov 19

A Learning Health System Approach to Advancing Tobacco Treatment for Veterans

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Zoom Call

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