Clinical and Technology Resources Core expands access to clinical research facilities and technology across Alliance institutions
Official title: Clinical and Technology Research Resources Core (CTRR)
Funded at University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences · NIH-11400013 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A multi-institutional core will provide researchers with access to clinical trial units, cutting-edge tech, facilities, and training to advance patient-focused clinical research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Juan, United States) |
| Project start | September 2, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $344,041 |
| NIH project number | 5P50GM133807-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-11400013 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are individuals in populations served by the Alliance institutions who may participate in clinical trials conducted using CTRR Core resources.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in or eligible for studies utilizing the CTRR Core resources may not experience direct benefit.
What this research studies
This NIH grant supports a centralized CTRR Core that bundles clinical research resources and technology labs to speed up translational studies. It aims to expand access to CRTUs, advanced technology, and training across participating institutions to improve how studies enroll participants and conduct trials. By streamlining administration and resource sharing, the Core hopes to boost capacity for patient-centered research and accelerate translation of findings into care. The program is led by the University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, with a team including a principal investigator focused on clinical research and collaboration across sites.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: Patients could benefit indirectly through faster, more efficient clinical trials and broader access to high-quality research resources.
How similar studies have gone: Previous core facilities and shared-resource models have improved trial enrollment and research efficiency in similar networks.
Where this research is happening
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University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
San Juan, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gerena, Yamil — University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
- Study coordinator: Gerena, Yamil
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.