Translational Science Research: Towards Better Health

Translational research and nursing science.

B asic research seeks to increase or advance knowledge through systematic investigation of a subject or phenomenon. In the healthcare sciences, basic research typically involves an exploration into physiologic processes at the level of the molecule, cell, tissue, or organism, and pathophysiologic mechanisms of injury or illness. Still, science does not thrive in a vacuum. As Louis Pasteur noted...

Incorporating translational research with clinical research to increase effectiveness in healthcare for better health

BACKGROUND The transfer of new scientific discoveries into healthcare interventions requires that basic and clinical researchers work together with health care providers to generate team science. These innovative models require translational teams, and need to extend beyond the academic environment. The future of translational science requires partnerships with the healthcare community as well ...

Towards Better Health at Work

Better Science, Better Science Reporting

Rho Kinases in Health and Disease: From Basic Science to Translational Research.

Rho-associated kinases ROCK1 and ROCK2 are key regulators of actin cytoskeleton dynamics downstream of Rho GTPases that participate in the control of important physiologic functions, S including cell contraction, migration, proliferation, adhesion, and inflammation. Several excellent review articles dealing with ROCK function and regulation have been published over the past few years. Although ...