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Innovative Discovery Series – Opportunities to Advance Rural Healthcare Using a Scottish Model

Tuesday April 22, 2025 noon – 1:00 pm Virtual Presentation Access to quality healthcare remains a challenge for those residing in rural areas across the U.S. Many rural communities are… Read More »Innovative Discovery Series – Opportunities to Advance Rural Healthcare Using a Scottish Model

Ask the Researcher: Jocelyn Hafer, PhD

Dr. Jocelyn Hafer, PhD is an assistant professor within the Department of Kinesiology and Applied Physiology at the University of Delaware. She is also the director of the University of… Read More »Ask the Researcher: Jocelyn Hafer, PhD

2025 Community Research Exchange Conference: 10/06/2025

2025 Community Research Exchange Conference Please mark your calendar for our annual Community Research Exchange hosted by Delaware-CTR ACCEL (Accelerating Clinical and Translational Research) on October 6, 2025, at the… Read More »2025 Community Research Exchange Conference: 10/06/2025

Delaware Practice & Community-Based Research Network (PCBRN) Research Survey

Delaware Practice & Community-Based Research Network (PCBRN) Research Survey The Delaware PCBRN is a network of primary care practices throughout Delaware that are interested in collaborating with researchers to participate… Read More »Delaware Practice & Community-Based Research Network (PCBRN) Research Survey

Tech Talk: Data linkages for pharmacoepidemiology: Case study on effects of shingles vaccination in older adults

Data linkages for pharmacoepidemiology: Case study on effects of shingles vaccination in older adults Thursday April 3, 2024 from 12:00-1:00pm Virtual Teams Presentation In April’s TechTalk, Daniel Harris, Ph.D., will… Read More »Tech Talk: Data linkages for pharmacoepidemiology: Case study on effects of shingles vaccination in older adults

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Education & Training

A collection of tools and resources to help with all aspects of the research process.

Funding

Funding announcements, internal and external opportunities, support, and resources to help you create a competitive application.

Community, Connection & Collaboration

For researchers: Assisting investigators in obtaining community input and feedback on their projects.

For community members: Learn about clinical and translational research, how to get involved with ACCEL, or become one of our community partners!

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Whether you're a seasoned investigator or just beginning your research journey, our 'New Here?' page is your gateway to a wealth of resources, collaborative opportunities, and personalized support. Dive in to explore how ACCEL can elevate your impact in the world of clinical and translational research.

About Us

The Delaware Clinical and Translational Research ACCEL Program is comprised of the State of Delaware, the University of Delaware, the ChristianaCare Health System, Nemours Children’s Health, Delaware, and Delaware State University.

ACCEL provides investigators with the tools necessary to advance research careers and provide the community a means to interface with and understand the impact of ACCEL’s work in order to promote the innovation, acceleration and translation of research to improve health outcomes in Delaware.

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ACCEL Accolades

ACCEL Researchers Earn Scientific Presentation Award at NISBRE Conference

ACCEL Researchers Earn Scientific Presentation Award at NISBRE Conference Members of the DE CTR ACCEL Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design (BERD) core attended and presented at the NISBRE 2024 Conference,… Read More »ACCEL Researchers Earn Scientific Presentation Award at NISBRE Conference

ACCEL BERD Core Members Present at 2024 NISBRE Conference

ACCEL BERD Core Members Present at 2024 NISBRE Conference Members of the DE CTR ACCEL Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design (BERD) core attended and presented at the NISBRE 2024 Conference… Read More »ACCEL BERD Core Members Present at 2024 NISBRE Conference

Funding Opportunities & Help

Mentored Research Development Award

Goals & Background The principal goal of the MRDA program is to improve the success rate for grant submissions by junior faculty. To accomplish this objective, MRDA recipients (MRDA Scholars)… Read More »Mentored Research Development Award

2025 DHSA Research Competition Call for Abstracts

The Delaware Health Sciences Alliance (DHSA) is now accepting proposals for the 2025 DHSA Research Competition—a unique “Shark Tank”-style event where researchers pitch their ideas in real-time for a chance… Read More »2025 DHSA Research Competition Call for Abstracts

ACCEL Tip Line

NIH provides crash course on grant fundamentals

Are you new to the world of NIH grants or looking for a refresher? The NIH has curated playlists of YouTube videos designed to provide an overview of the grants… Read More »NIH provides crash course on grant fundamentals

How do I craft a strong application?

You’ve determined that you’re conducting research related to the NIGMS mission and have found a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) you’d like to apply to. Now it’s time to craft… Read More »How do I craft a strong application?

ACCEL 

Ask the Researcher: Jocelyn Hafer, PhD

Dr. Jocelyn Hafer, PhD is an assistant professor within the Department of Kinesiology and Applied Physiology at the University of Delaware. She is also the director of the University of… Read More »Ask the Researcher: Jocelyn Hafer, PhD

Ask the Researcher: Elizabeth Wright-Jin, MD, PhD

Dr. Elizabeth Wright-Jin is a physician scientist with a background in developmental biology. She is currently a pediatric neurologist and research scientist at Nemours Children’s Health, Delaware Valley. Recently, Dr.… Read More »Ask the Researcher: Elizabeth Wright-Jin, MD, PhD

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