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CTSA Postdoctoral T32 at the University of Pennsylvania

Award Number: T32TR006158
ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL CENTER FOR ADVANCING TRANSLATIONAL SCIENCES
OPDIV: NIH
AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY
AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: TRAINING/TRAINEESHIP
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 07/06/2026
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 05/31/2031

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CTSA Postdoctoral T32 at the University of Pennsylvania - CTSA Postdoctoral T32 at Penn: Project Summary/Abstract Despite unprecedented scientific breakthroughs, critical delays persist between discovery and clinical implementation. Penn’s CTSA Postdoctoral T32 Program addresses this challenge by training clinical and translational science (CTS) investigators equipped to efficiently translate discoveries into patient care and prepare them for careers in academic medicine, industry, nonprofits, and government agencies. Penn's unique ecosystem as birthplace of mRNA therapeutics and cell/gene therapies provides living examples of successful bench-to-bedside translation. Building on our successful TL1 program that trained 49 postdoctoral trainees with 89% continuing in CTS careers, this dedicated T32 leverages the Institute for Translational Medicine and Therapeutics Education program's 20-year expertise in CTS workforce development. Three integrated objectives guide our training: (i) provide core knowledge through a mentored research project embedded in an academic program; (ii) foster career advancement and enhance professional development; and (iii) enhance scientific agility to overcome translational barriers. The program supports 5 postdoctoral trainees annually (2 PhDs, 3 clinicians) for 1-2 years each. All trainees complete a mentored research project under the guidance of a mentoring team (research mentor(s) and program mentor), supported by an Advisory Committee. Training integrates mentored research, academic coursework, professional development through the ASCEND program, and integration into vibrant scientific communities. Key activities include Research in Progress series, expanded curriculum in implementation science, data science, and learning health system science, a comprehensive mentoring strategy, ASCEND professional development addressing resilience and leadership, integration into Penn's 2,000+ member ITMAT community, access to Cellicon Valley industry partnerships, entrepreneurship training, and structured FDA regulatory bootcamp experiences. Upon completion of the program, trainees will be equipped with the tools to become resilient, barrier-breaking scientists. They will thrive in multi-disciplinary research teams, translate discoveries into interventions, and rigorously pursue innovative solutions that are successfully implemented to benefit patients.


Issue Date FY	Funding FY	Legal Entity Name	Legal Entity Address	Legal Entity City	Legal Entity State	Legal Entity Zip Code	Legal Entity COUNTY	Legal Entity COUNTRY	Assistance Listing	Award Code	Budget Year	Action Date	Action Type	Action Amount

Issue Date FY: 2026 ( Subtotal = $532,701 )
2026	2026	TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, THE	3451 WALNUT ST	PHILADELPHIA	PA	19104	PHILADELPHIA	USA	National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences	000	1	7/7/2026	NEW	$532,701
														Subtotal = $532,701

Grand Total All Awards = $532,701

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CTSA Postdoctoral T32 at the University of Pennsylvania

Award Number: T32TR006158

ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL CENTER FOR ADVANCING TRANSLATIONAL SCIENCES

OPDIV: NIH

AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY

AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: TRAINING/TRAINEESHIP

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 07/06/2026

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 05/31/2031

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