The Translational Pathway Explained
For medical research discoveries that end up as products in our community and health system, there are many steps they need to take along the pathway to translation into solutions and better health outcomes.
Glenda Colburn
Industry Development and Tenancy Manager
"I support industry growth and foster connections with research."
My role is to help grow networks and ensure the companies housed here can access the supports they need to mature their products for market – from introductions to venture capital firms, quality and regulatory checks, tax advice, IP attorneys, or clinical trial providers.
A key focus for me is enabling collaborations and initiatives that promote innovation, acceleration, and integration.
I am proud to be a part of these journeys and to be able to offer the world-class facilities, resources, and support services we provide at TRI.
Benedette Watson
Research & Clinical Translation Manager
"I empower people to collaborate and create impact."
My role is to aid and support researcher, clinician, and health consumer collaborations. At TRI, we recognize and celebrate these connections and the opportunities they create.
Specifically, I ensure researchers and clinicians have the right supports when and where they are needed most, through grants, educational and networking programs, and our TRI Affiliates Program.
As well I drive connections between researchers and health consumers ensuring understanding of the ‘lived experience’ is embedded in research practice for improved outcomes.
Julia Renaud
Research Engagement & Impact Manager
"I promote the growth and development of researchers and their work."
My role is to develop and implement programs to support and enable translational research across the continuum, from discovery to improved patient health outcomes. In particular, I work with early and mid-career researchers and clinicians based at TRI.
I create training and educational opportunities and initiatives to drive collaborations across the broader ecosystem.
My key focus is to help deliver measurable impact on improving medical research outcomes.