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| Biospecimen and Correlative Sciences Resources |
This page contains information that may be useful for those involved in the procurement of biospecimens as well as those requesting biospecimens for use in a CALGB Correlative Sciences study. In addition, information is available on how to obtain educational booklets from the Research Advocacy Network. These booklets provide valuable background information about the importance of donating specimens for research.
Questions related to specimen utilization should be directed to Paula Friedman, Ph.D., pfriedman@uchicago.edu or 773-702-4694.
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| Correlative Sciences Information |
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| How to Write a Correlative Sciences Proposal |
Correlative Sciences Protocol Development Presentation
This presentation outlines the information that should be included in the Correlative Sciences(s) section of a CALGB protocol. This presentation was given by Paula N. Friedman, Ph.D., Director of Biospecimen and Correlative Sciences Operations to the Executive Committee in the fall of 2006.
Correlative Sciences Protocol Template
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| How to Request Specimens for an Approved Correlative Sciences Proposal |
CALGB Correlative Sciences Forms
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| Biospecimen Information |
- Order Form - Booklets from the Research Advocacy Network titled "Why is it important for me to consider donating my tissue for research?" and "The Importance of Tissue Samples in Research" are available in both English and Spanish and are free of charge.
- SOPs for Specimen Collection on CALGB Trials - Coming soon
- CALGB Tube Guide - Coming Soon!
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| CALGB Strategic Planning Retreat on Biomarkers and Scientific Opportunities |
On November 29th, 2007 the Biospecimen and Correlative Science Advisory Committee (BCSAC) hosted a one-day event entitled "CALGB Strategic Planning Retreat on Biomarkers and Scientific Opportunities."
A summary report describing the details of the retreat including the attendees, agenda and a summary of the group discussion and recommendations is attached below. In addition, attached below are the presentations made at the retreat by Drs. Schilsky, Bertagnolli, Febbo, McLeod, Perou, Hurwitz and Janne.
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