Collaborations between Translational Science Programs and Academic Health Sciences Libraries

Poster
Authors:Ragon, Bart, HS-EVP for Health AffairsUniversity of Virginia ORCID icon orcid.org/0000-0002-0329-3019Burks, Sandra, MD-THRV Trans Hlth Res Inst VaUniversity of Virginia Deaver, Jill , Lister Hill Library of the Health SciencesUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham Glenn, Emily , McGoogan Health Sciences LibraryUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center Holmes, Kristi , Galter Health Sciences Library and Learning CenterNorthwestern University Surkis, Alisa, NYU Health Sciences LibraryNew York University von Isenburg, Megan , Medical Center LibraryDuke University Whipple, Elizabeth C., Welch Medical LibraryJohns Hopkins University
Abstract:

Collaborations between translational science programs and academic health sciences libraries enhance research impact by improving efficiency, leveraging diverse professional expertise, and expanding opportunities for collaboration. Utilizing a team science approach, this study integrates findings from literature reviews, practical experiences of health sciences librarians, and collaborative writing. Analysis of case studies from institutions with successful partnerships highlights the roles of libraries in supporting translational science programs. Data mapping to the Clinical and Translational Science Award Program’s functional areas reveals opportunities for effective collaboration. Results demonstrate improved research workflows, increased interactions between researchers and libraries, and accelerated translation of discoveries into clinical settings. These partnerships illustrate best practices for other institutions aiming to support translational science, driving innovation and amplifying contributions from both libraries and translational science programs.

Keywords:
Translational science
Rights:
Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC)
Language:
English
Publisher:
University of Virginia
Published Date:
04/16/2025
Sponsoring Agency:
integrated Translational Health Research Institute of Virginia (iTHRIV)
Notes:

This work was supported, in part, through the following National Institutes of Health NCATS and National Institute of General Medical Sciences grants: UL1TR003015, UM1TR004926, UM1TR004402, UL1TR001445, UL1TR002319, UM1TR004771, UL1TR001857, U54GM115458, U54GM115428, UL1TR002553, UL1TR001872, U54GM115677, UL1TR00200, UL1TR002389, UL1TR002384, UM1TR005121.

Persistent Link:
https://doi.org/10.18130/amjz-wv60