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Research Resources

A variety of research support services are available to assist University of Pittsburgh investigators in advancing their research programs. Research resource information hubs are listed here to help you find what you need.

For regulatory and administrative support services related to the conduct of research, see the list below.

For questions, to submit updates, or to request the addition of a resource, please contact Ashley Zyhowski, ACZ36@pitt.edu, (412) 383-2315.

The Committee for Oversight of Research and Clinical Training Involving Decedents (CORID)

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CORID is administrated by the Office for Oversight of Anatomic Specimens (OOAS) and is responsible for the review and approval of all research and educational/clinical training activities that require the use of human cadaveric tissue and decedent medical records.

All human biological materials collected for research purposes and stored in a biorepository must be registered in accordance with the Tissue Policy and the repository must be registered for a transfer request (MTA) to be approved.

The Institute for Clinical Research Education (ICRE)

200 Meyran Avenue, Suite 300
Phone: 412-586-9632
Fax:
icre@pitt.edu
Website

The Institute for Clinical Research Education (ICRE) is the home for the University of Pittsburgh's premier clinical and translational research training programs as well as the home for the Research Education and Career Development Core of the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI).

The ICRE's primary objectives are to develop, nurture, and support a cadre of clinical and translational scientists by building on the University of Pittsburgh's existing clinical research training programs to establish a comprehensive program with activities ranging from early research exposure for high school students to programs for faculty. We offer degrees in clinical and translational science as well as medical education. We also have numerous career development programs for trainees across the pipeline.

UPMC Center for Continuing Education in the Health Sciences

Suite 302 Iroquois Building
Phone: 412-647-8232
Fax: 412-647-8222
Website

The purpose of the Center for Continuing Education in the Health Sciences is to advance the academic, clinical, and service missions of the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences and UPMC through the continuing professional development of physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and other health professionals and the translation of biomedical knowledge into clinical practice.

The effects of the Center's activities are measured through the assessment of knowledge, professional performance, clinical outcomes, and population health. This is accomplished through a variety of methodologies including survey tools, reflective exercises, pre- and post-activity knowledge and competency testing, and measurement of healthcare outcomes. These data are used to assess the effectiveness of our activities and to continuously improve the quality of education offered to our target audiences.

UPMC Office of Sponsored Programs and Research Support (OSPARS)

Iroquois Building, Suite 300
3600 Forbes Avenue at Meyran Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phone: 412-647-4461
Fax:
OSPARS@upmc.edu

The Office of Sponsored Programs and Research Support (OSPARS) promotes and facilitates the research, education, and outreach missions of UPMC by supporting and administering administration of sponsored programs and sponsor-initiated clinical trials.

OSPARS facilitates sponsored programs and clinical trials by assisting in reviewing and endorsing proposals, negotiating agreements, accepting and authorizing awards, interpreting sponsor rules and guidelines, and providing post-award administration services.

All clinical trials involving UPMC facilities and/or UPMC personnel must adhere to certain policies and procedures. The purview of OSPARS is to facilitate the review, execution, and approval for all industry-initiated clinical trials at UPMC, as well as, investigator-initiated studies led by non-University investigators/staff (e.g., UPMC physicians not having a University of Pittsburgh affiliation, private physicians having no University affiliation).