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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 10h

Curious about a career in clinical research? Join the DCRI Clinical Research Fellowship Program webinar Oct. 22, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. ET. Open to residents, fellows, faculty & medical students. Free to register: duke.zoom.us/webinar/regi... Learn more: dcri.org/fellows #ClinicalResearch #Fellowship

Promotional graphic for a DCRI Clinical Research Fellowship Program informational webinar, inviting prospective fellows to learn about mentorship, research training, and career development opportunities. The webinar is scheduled for October 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET via Zoom.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Medical student applications for the Summer Training in Academic Research (STAR) Program are open through Nov. 30, with a new Pediatric Endocrinology track. Undergrad/high school applications open Nov. 16. dcri.org/education/du... #ClinicalResearch #Mentorship #MedEd

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The DCRI is proud to be part of the Bespoke Gene Therapy Consortium, helping accelerate gene therapy research for rare diseases. Learn more: dcri.org/news/dcri-se... #RareDiseaseResearch #GeneTherapy

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Faculty and teams from the DCRI contributed to research and discussions spanning heart failure, atrial fibrillation, hypertension, cardiovascular prevention, patient experience, and more at ESC Congress 2026. duke.is/6/7nfy

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

For children living with lupus, advancing new therapies remains urgent. DCRI faculty member Stephen Balevic, MD, MHS, PhD, helped lead an FDA workshop on accelerating pediatric lupus drug development. #PediatricLupus

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

DCRI turns 30 this year. In part one of a special two-part series, founder Robert Califf and current executive director Adrian Hernandez join Beyond the Endpoint to reflect on the institute's history and consider what it will take to sustain clinical research organizations going forward.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Ahead of Beyond the Endpoint’s Sept. 9 episode reflecting on 30 years of the DCRI, founder Robert Califf and current executive director Adrian Hernandez play a game of "what kind of bread are you?" Multigrain, sourdough, ciabatta...watch to find out who's who. 🍞

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Biomarkers and real-world data are yielding new insights into pulmonary fibrosis. At #ERSCongress on Sept. 8, Aparna Swaminathan, MD, MHS, will present new research. We’re also looking forward to more insights from the DCRI-led IPF-PRO Registry.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Disease progression differs among types of progressive fibrosing interstitial lung disease. At #ERSCongress on Sept. 7, Aparna Swaminathan, MD, MHS, will detail those differences using findings from the DCRI-led IPF-PRO and ILD-PRO registries.

ERS Congress 2026 card for Sept. 7 DCRI events. The card highlights “Disease progression in patients with different types of progressive fibrosing interstitial lung disease: Data from the IPF-PRO/ILD-PRO Registry” in the Clinical Course of Pulmonary Fibrosis session. Aparna Swaminathan, MD, MHS, is listed as presenter, with additional DCRI contributions from Scott Palmer, MD, MHS, and Megan Neely, PhD. The presentation begins at 8 a.m. in PS-36. Times shown are Barcelona local time.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🫁 What can predict death or transplant following progressive pulmonary fibrosis? Aparna Swaminathan, MD, MHS, will share findings from two ILD cohorts at #ERSCongress on Sept. 6. Follow along for more insights from the DCRI throughout the weekend.

ERS Congress 2026 card for Sept. 6 DCRI events. The card highlights “Predictors of death or transplant following progressive pulmonary fibrosis across two interstitial lung disease cohorts” in the Clinical Aspects of Pulmonary Fibrosis session. Aparna Swaminathan, MD, MHS, is listed as presenter, with additional DCRI contributions from Scott Palmer, MD, MHS, and Lisa Wruck, PhD. The presentation begins at 8 a.m. in PS-33. Times shown are Barcelona local time.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

DCRI Faculty member Aparna Swaminathan will be among those presenting the latest advances in respiratory medicine at #ERSCongress. Attending in Barcelona? Don’t miss her sessions: duke.is/ERS2026

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

DCRI Executive Director Adrian Hernandez, MD, MHS, has been reappointed to the @americanheart.bsky.social Southeast Board. In the role, he will continue to guide efforts to advance research, innovation, and cardiovascular health across the region. duke.is/n/mj7w

Graphic congratulating Adrian Hernandez, MD, MHS, executive director of the Duke Clinical Research Institute, on his reappointment to the American Heart Association Southeast Board of Directors. A portrait of Hernandez appears beside the announcement.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Season 3 of DCRI’s Beyond the Endpoint podcast launches Sept 9. Our hosts preview what's ahead, including two special series. Listen to full episodes and past seasons: dcri.org/dcris-beyond... #clinicalreesearch #podcast #PMOS #wellness #supplements #nutrition #mentorship #leadership

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

As ESC Congress 2026 approaches its final day, DCRI faculty continue sharing research and perspectives on the evidence shaping cardiovascular care. See what’s on Monday’s schedule and connect with DCRI experts in Munich. #ESCCongress @escardio.bsky.social

Graphic listing DCRI faculty activities at ESC Congress 2026 on Aug. 31. Neha Pagidipati presents on angiotensinogen RNA silencers at 8:15 in Vienna, ICM. Christopher Granger presents on stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation at 10:00 in Achgabat, Hall A3. Marat Fudim presents 12-month MUSIC-HFpEF trial results at 11:15 in Achgabat, Hall A3. Jonathan Piccini presents on neuromodulation of sympathetic pathways at 12:15 in Station 1, Research Gateway, Hall A1.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Sunday’s ESC Congress 2026 program will feature DCRI cardiologists across a wide range of presentations, discussions, and chaired sessions. If you're attending, add these sessions to your agenda to hear insights from DCRI experts advancing cardiovascular research #ESCCongress @escardio.bsky.social

Graphic listing DCRI faculty activities at ESC Congress 2026 on Aug. 30. Featured faculty include Manesh Patel on artificial intelligence and health equity; Christopher Granger on new hypertension therapies; Neha Pagidipati on zilebesiran; Sana Al-Khatib on atrial fibrillation ablation pathways; Marat Fudim on HFpEF biomarkers; Stephen Greene on real-world heart failure management and early in-hospital SGLT2 inhibitor use; Jonathan Piccini on catheter ablation and HFpEF; Kristin Newby on the fifth universal definition of myocardial infarction; Jennifer Rymer on reducing total ischemic time; Sean Pokorney on PSVT and quality of life; and Nishant Shah on lipoprotein(a) testing.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Another full day of scientific exchange is ahead at ESC Congress 2026. DCRI cardiologists join colleagues from across the #CV research community to discuss new findings and some of the field’s most pressing questions. See where you can find them on Saturday. #ESCCongress @escardio.bsky.social

Graphic listing DCRI faculty activities at ESC Congress 2026 on Aug. 29. Sana Al-Khatib participates in three sessions on cardiac pacing and arrhythmias at 8:15, 15:15, and 17:00. Stephen Greene presents on real-world heart failure management at 10:00, soluble guanylate cyclase stimulation at 14:00, and chairs a heart failure session at 15:15. Renato Lopes is associated with the LIBREXIA ACS Hot Line 3 presentation at 11:00 in Munich, Main Auditorium, Hall B3.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

ESC Congress 2026 begins tomorrow, with DCRI faculty and research teams contributing to conversations about emerging evidence and advances in cardiovascular care. Attending in Munich? Explore tomorrow’s presentations and sessions featuring DCRI expertise. #ESCCongress @escardio.bsky.social

Graphic listing DCRI faculty activities at ESC Congress 2026 on Aug. 28. Kristin Newby presents on the fifth universal definition of myocardial infarction at 8:15 in Munich, Main Auditorium, Hall B3. Hot Line 1 includes CARDIO-TTRansform at 11 and ACACIA-HCM at 11:45 in the same location, with Renato Lopes associated with the work. Stephen Greene presents on real-world heart failure management at 11 in Tutorials 15, Hall A2. Christopher Granger presents on siRNAs to lower blood pressure at 13:45 in Chisinau, Hall B1. Sean Pokorney presents RECTIFY study results at 16:15 in Station 12, Research Gateway, Hall A1.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

For 30 years, the DCRI has helped advance how clinical research generates evidence to improve health and health care. Today, our expertise spans 18 therapeutic areas, data science, digital health, trial operations, and more. Explore 30 years of impact: dcri.org/about/30-years-beyond

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

DCRI faculty member Karen Alexander, MD, was among the leaders of the writing committee for a new ACC statement calling for cardiovascular care that considers cognitive health, physical function, and independence alongside traditional outcomes for older adults. Read more: duke.is/6/cdbt

Graphic featuring a portrait of DCRI faculty member Karen Patton Alexander, MD, alongside her quote: “This statement reframes cardiovascular care for older adults beyond a traditional disease-centered model to a more aging-informed, function-centered approach. For many older adults, the most important outcomes are not prevention of cardiovascular events, but maintaining cognitive health, physical function and independence.”

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Meet the new leaders of the DCRI Fellowship Program: Daniel Gonzalez, PharmD, PhD, and Jennifer Rymer, MD, MBA, MHS. Both are former DCRI fellows who now bring their experience as researchers and mentors to preparing the next generation of clinical research leaders.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

How can clinical trials become more efficient without compromising rigor? Alison Huang and Derek Angus discuss JAMA+ Trials and opportunities to share innovations that reduce complexity and improve how trials are designed and conducted. Listen below.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Obesity and cardiometabolic health are shaped by more than a number on a scale. Neha Pagidipati, MD, MPH, highlights why better data matters. Through the Healthy Living BEYOND Weight Study, the DCRI is contributing to @americanheart.bsky.social mission to help build better care. heart.org/GoBEYOND

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

DCRI faculty Steven Z. George, PT, PhD, and Christine Goertz, DC, PhD, discuss strategies to improve participant recruitment and retention in pragmatic clinical trials on the latest NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory podcast. Listen below.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

How do we turn data into better care for people living with obesity? Emily O'Brien, PhD, shares why real-world patient experiences matter. Through the Healthy Living BEYOND Weight Study, the DCRI is supporting @americanheart.bsky.social to help build better care. heart.org/GoBEYOND

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Pragmatic clinical trials require statistical methods that reflect the complexities of real-world research. This NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory workshop explores key biostatistical considerations for generating rigorous evidence that can inform clinical care.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

As DCRI's Manesh Patel, MD, begins his term as president of the @americanheart.bsky.social, learn more about his vision for advancing cardiovascular health and improving patient outcomes in this video from our colleagues at Duke Health. #ClinicalResearch #Cardiology #CV

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

From fellows to leaders: DCRI Fellowship Program alumni Daniel Gonzalez and Jennifer Rymer stepped into their respective roles on July 1, steering the program known for its excellence in clinical research mentorship, collaboration, and professional development. Learn more: dcri.org/news/gonzale...

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Behind every successful DCRI study and partnership are the people who make it possible. At the 2026 DCRI Excellence Awards, we recognized colleagues and teams whose leadership, innovation, and dedication advance clinical research. duke.is/n/7g5s

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Graphic about the 2026 DCRI Excellence Awards recognizing six individual award recipients with their headshots and names.

Graphic about the 2026 DCRI Excellence Awards recognizing the Research Proposal and Development team as the DCRI Team Excellence Award recipient.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

DCRI is proud to partner with the NIH Collaboratory to advance pragmatic clinical trials. In the latest #RethinkingClinicalTrials podcast, Duke's Brad Hammill, MS, and Keith Marsolo, PhD, discuss using death as an endpoint in pragmatic clinical trials.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

How do we ensure scientific discovery actually improves health? Beginning July 1, DCRI’s Manesh Patel, MD, takes on the presidency of the @americanheart.bsky.social with a focus on generating evidence, and making sure it reaches the patients and communities who need it most. More: duke.is/6/jpfh

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DCRI scientist-leader brings clinical research lens to American Heart Association presidency

target=”_blank”>Manesh Patel, MD, officially begins his term as president of the American Heart Association on July 1, stepping into one of the most visible volunteer leadership roles in cardiovascula...

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Today the DCRI officially marks our 30th birthday. 🎂Three decades of shaping clinical research, and we're just getting started. Here's to 30 years and beyond. Explore our history and more photos: dcri.org/about/30-yea...

Black-and-white archival photograph showing four Duke Clinical Research Institute researchers and clinicians gathered around a display board or monitor, reviewing information together in a clinical setting.

Two researchers stand beside a scientific poster presentation at a medical conference. The poster features research findings related to coronary artery bypass graft surgery and endoscopic vein harvesting, with charts, tables, and study results displayed in the background.

A group of nine people pose in an office with shelves of binders and documents, some holding files, papers, and a model airplane.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Could some of the earliest clues to Parkinson's disease be found in the gut? DCRI's @lhsanders.bsky.social, PhD, joined LAist NPR to discuss the gut-brain axis and the launch of the NIDDK-funded Gut Brain Communication in Parkinson's Disease Consortium. Listen here: duke.is/w/hs9m

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

The DCRI is proud to partner with @Collaboratory1 to advance pragmatic clinical trials. In the latest #RethinkingClinicalTrials podcast, Roy Perlis, MD, MSc, discusses AI in scientific publishing and the importance of transparency and trust.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Congrats to DCRI's Mark Darby, whose stunning Emerald Isle sunrise photo was selected as the latest winner of @workingatduke.bsky.social's Duke Time Off photo contest! See Mark's photo and learn how Duke faculty and staff can participate: today.duke.edu/2026/06/sunr...

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A Sunrise Beach Stroll Captures the Latest Duke Time Off Photo Prize | Duke Today

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Wearables are generating more health data than ever—but how actionable is it? In StatNews, DCRI’s Jessilyn Dunn highlights a key challenge: translating trends into clinical decisions 👇 www.statnews.com/2026/06/09/w...

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Wearables, and the flood of data they generate, inch closer to entering the clinic

Wearables generate a lot of health data, but it exists outside the clinic for the most part. New moves from Oura and Whoop may change that.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

This Spring, DCRI faculty were recognized with national leadership roles, major awards, distinguished professorships, and promotions—reflecting the breadth and impact of their contributions across clinical research and patient care. Read more about their achievements: dcri.org/news/dcri-ac...

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DCRI Accomplishments – Spring 2026

DCRI Accomplishments showcases the publications, awards, and other achievements of our faculty members. Each quarter, a new collection will highlight the most recent accomplishments. During Spring 202...

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Patient experience data is often collected but rarely decision-ready. Our Think Tank convened regulators, sponsors, payers & patient advocates to chart the shift from 'regulatory-grade' to 'decision-grade' evidence. dcri.org/stories/robu...

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Robust Use of Patient Experience Data to Inform Regulatory Decision-Making, Labeling

Patient experience data (PED) has long been recognized as a valuable input in drug development, yet across the medical product lifecycle, it remains inconsistently collected, incompletely analyzed, an...

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The Trustworthy Translation Symposium hosted by the DCRI and Duke CTSI brought together leaders and partners to explore how we translate research into action. Missed it or want a closer look? Read our recap: dcri.org/news/turning... #ClinicalResearch #TranslationalScience

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The DCRI and @cvctforum.bsky.social have launched "Pathway to Prevention," an initiative to build regulatory and clinical pathways for cardiovascular prevention therapies. Three programs + multiple stakeholders = closing the gap between science and policy. dcri.org/news/dcri-cv... #Prevention #CV

A partnership announcement graphic from the Duke Clinical Research Institute and CVCT introducing the "Pathway to Prevention" initiative. The headline reads: "Closing the gap between cardiovascular science and policy." Three program pillars are displayed in separate panels: Pathway to Approval (Regulatory) — building the evidentiary and regulatory framework for prevention indications; Pathway to Access (Payer) — demonstrating economic value and supporting coverage and reimbursement decisions; and Pathway to Adoption (Implementation) — demonstrating long-term value to patients, providers, and payers. The DCRI and CVCT logos appear at the bottom.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

A packed room at yesterday's Duke #HeartFailure Symposium, highlighting the momentum across research, care delivery, and innovation. “The future of heart failure care will be driven by collaboration across disciplines, institutions, and sectors.” - Marat Fudim, MD, MHS

A large conference room filled with attendees seated at round tables, facing a stage where a panel of speakers is presenting. Two large projection screens display slides on either side of the stage. Overhead lighting and blue accent lighting frame the stage, and attendees are focused on the session.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Why is lasting behavior change, like drinking more fluids to prevent kidney stones, so hard? The PUSH study tested whether behavioral interventions could help people prevent recurrence over a 2-year period. Watch this animated video to learn about the results: duke.is/z/qb48

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PUSH Lay Summary Video

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Congratulations to the latest DCRI Fellowship Program cohort! Since 1996, the program has provided advanced clinical research training 300+ fellows. Learn more: dcri.org/education/fe... #ClinicalResearch #Mentorship

A group photo of 20 people, including DCRI fellows, their mentors, and program staff.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

A new study is exploring how to improve diagnosis of ATTR-CM, a frequently underdiagnosed cause of heart failure — especially important as disease-modifying therapies become more widely available. Read more: newsroom.heart.org/news/new-stu...

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Congratulations to Chris Lindsell, PhD, on being named a Fellow of the @actscience.bsky.social This honor recognizes outstanding leadership and contributions to advancing clinical and translational science. Proud to celebrate this achievement. duke.is/2/ftz7

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

A new Circulation scientific statement highlights best practices and analytic considerations for observational comparative research in cardiovascular, stroke, and brain health studies; supported by Duke’s ORBIT interdisciplinary hub, dir. by Brian Mac Grory. ORBIT: duke.is/z/vk8c Pub: duke.is/v/48r3

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ORBIT Interdisciplinary Hub

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

A new New York Times story examines the evidence behind chiropractic care—including where it’s effective and where caution is needed. DCRI’s Christine Goertz, DC, PhD, notes that spinal manipulation can be as effective as acupuncture or massage for treating low back pain. duke.is/m/5ajf

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Should You Trust Your Health to a Chiropractor?

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

That’s a wrap on #ATS2026! It was a privilege to share our research, connect with colleagues & explore new opportunities throughout the week in Orlando. The conversation doesn’t end here. Reach out to discuss your upcoming project. dcri.org/ats #Respiratory #Pulmonary

Group of conference attendees posing beside a Duke Clinical Research Institute banner highlighting respiratory trial design at ATS 2026.

Person speaking at a podium in front of a Duke Clinical Research Institute presentation screen on respiratory expertise, alongside a smaller photo of two attendees standing by a DCRI display board.

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

We’re grateful to see Durham formally recognize May 20 as #ClinicalTrialsDay — highlighting the importance of clinical research and the people who make it possible. Thank you to the patients, researchers, and teams advancing better care worldwide. #ClinicalResearch #ResearchMatters

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Duke Clinical Research Institute @dcrinews.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Attending #ATS2026 in Orlando? Meet with the DCRI to learn how we pair Duke’s academic rigor with full-service CRO operations + practicing pulmonologists in every study. Schedule a meeting: montressa.goodloe-ruffin@duke.edu or visit dcri.org/ats #Respiratory #Pulmonary

Headshots of six DCRI Respiratory faculty members. Text says: Meet & Learn: Join DCRI practicing physicians and faculty experts for insights and solutions to lung transplant, ILD, IPF, COPD, pulmonary rehabilitation and more. Logos include the Duke Clinical Research Institute and ATS 2026, Orlando, May 15-20.

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