How Science Becomes Medicine
Clinical Translation is the multi-step process of turning scientific discoveries made in the laboratory into real-world medical treatments. This well-established process consists of basic research, preclinical research, and clinical research. Learn more about clinical translation.
Research designed to increase our knowledge and understanding, without necessarily having immediate practical applications or a primary goal to solve a problem. Learn more.
Builds upon the findings of basic research and involves further laboratory research on cells, tissues, and/or animals to test for safety, toxicity, and efficacy in model systems prior to clinical research in humans.
Research that focuses on studying the safety and efficacy of medical treatments (i.e. drugs, devices, medications) and diagnostic tools in human subjects. Learn more.