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In this lesson, you will learn about the role Community Scientists can play in translational science, which takes discoveries from the point of research to improved patient care. Please contact your supervisor with specific questions about activities for this lesson.
Items for group leaders to add to this lesson may include:
- National Institutes of Health National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences: About Translational Science
- A plain-language depiction of the stages of translational science: Search online or create one to review as a group.
Discussion Questions
- Before you began your journey as a Community Scientist, what would you have said translational science meant?
- How has that definition changed now, partway through your training?
- What roles might Community Scientists play in making sure a research study moves from being merely a good idea all the way to improving health outcomes?