Center for Translational and Basic Research (CTBR) Information

Formerly established in 1985 as the Center for Study of Gene Structure and Function (Gene Center), the Center for Translational and Basic Research (CTBR) is a consortium of researchers from the Hunter College departments. This RCMI Program at Hunter College comprises of faculty from biology, chemistry, psychology, physics, anthropology, public health, as well as the Hunter-Bellvue School of Nursing. The CTBR provides workshops, colloquia and seminars to facilitate collaboration and support professional development. The growing number of papers published in peer-reviewed journals as well as the amount of grants obtained by faculty members have been the most visible hallmarks of the programs success. Additionally, various ancillary activities continue to support the CTBR mission. The Summer Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) supports and trains undergraduate students in an 8-week hands-on lab. JustGarciaHill (JGH) is a science website that seeks to establish and build STEM and health professionals underrepresented in these fields. Research, Engagement, and Action for Community Health (REACH) consultancy is a service provided for civic, institutional, and community researchers to help produce scholastic community participatory research that will influence and improve community health.