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      Training scientists as future industry leaders: teaching translational science from an industry executive’s perspective

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          PhDs and post-doctoral biomedical graduates, in greater numbers, are choosing industry based careers. However, most scientists do not have formal training in business strategies and venture creation and may find senior management positions untenable. To fill this training gap, “Biotechnology Industry: Structure and Strategy” was offered at New York University School of Medicine (NYUSOM). The course focuses on the business aspects of translational medicine and research translation and incorporates the practice of business case discussions, mock negotiation, and direct interactions into the didactic. The goal is to teach scientists at an early career stage how to create solutions, whether at the molecular level or via the creation of devices or software, to benefit those with disease. In doing so, young, talented scientists can develop a congruent mindset with biotechnology/industry executives. Our data demonstrates that the course enhances students’ knowledge of the biotechnology industry. In turn, these learned skills may further encourage scientists to seek leadership positions in the field. Implementation of similar courses and educational programs will enhance scientists’ training and inspire them to become innovative leaders in the discovery and development of therapeutics.

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              Teaching Translational Research to Medical Students: The New York University School of Medicine's Master's of Science in Clinical Investigation Dual-Degree Program.

              To develop the next generation of translational investigators, New York University School of Medicine (NYUSOM) and the NYU-NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation Clinical and Translational Science Institute (NYU-HHC CTSI) developed the Master's of Science in Clinical Investigation dual-degree (MD/MSCI) program. This 5-year program dedicates 1 year to coursework and biomedical research, followed by a medical school/research overlap year, to prepare students for academic research careers. This paper details the MD/MSCI program's curriculum and approach to mentorship, describes the research/professional interests of students, and reports student productivity. In the first 4 years of the program (2010-2014) 20 students were matriculated; 7 (35%) were women, and 12 (60%) research projects were in surgical specialties. To date, 14 students have applied to residency, and half pursued surgical residency programs. Our students have produced 68 accepted abstracts, 15 abstracts in submission, 38 accepted papers, and 24 papers in submission. Despite the time-limited nature of this program, additional training in research design and implementation has promoted a high level of productivity. We conclude that dual-degree training in medicine and translational research is feasible for medical students and allows for meaningful participation in valuable projects. Follow-up is warranted to evaluate the academic trajectory of these students.
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                Journal
                101661355
                44008
                J Transl Sci
                J Transl Sci
                Journal of translational science
                2059-268X
                23 March 2018
                13 February 2018
                2018
                13 April 2018
                : 4
                : 2
                : 10.15761/JTS.1000214
                Affiliations
                [1 ]T35 NIDDK Honors Trainee, Clinical and Translational Science Institute, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
                [2 ]State University of New York at Downstate College of Medicine, Brooklyn, NY, USA
                [3 ]Department of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
                [4 ]New York University Stern School of Business, New York, NY, USA
                [5 ]Departments of Medicine, Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, co-PI NIDDK R25, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
                [6 ]Department of Pediatrics, PI NIDDK R25, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
                [7 ]Clinical Translational Science Institute, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
                Author notes
                Correspondence to: Gloria Lee, T35 NIDDK Honors Trainee, Clinical and Translational Science Institute, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA, gloria.lee@ 123456nyumc.org
                Article
                NIHMS953278
                5898379
                3238c69b-0d53-4332-9c84-0384eeef9c85

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