340.725.11
Methods for Clinical and Translational Research

Location
East Baltimore
Term
Summer Institute
Department
Epidemiology
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2025 - 2026
Instruction Method
In-person
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Kunihiro Matsushita
Contact Name
Ayesha Khan
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite
Description
Reviews the methods of translational research. Emphasizes developing skills in the interpretation and application of reports of findings of translational research. Includes topics such as hypotheses and study design, types of data, statistical analyses, and evidence synthesis methods.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Identify the underlying study design in a clinical/translational study
  2. Assess the appropriateness of the methods
  3. Apply the findings of clinical/translational research
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 60% Participation
  • 40% Exam(s)
Instructor Consent
No consent required
Special Comments

Offered as hybrid course with both an onsite section (340.725.11) and synchronous online section (340.725.49). Please choose the course format you need (either in-person or online) when registering in SIS.