«They should follow their own basic interests, whether in biochemistry, microbiology, or training as a physicist, but really think about getting extra training through a degree - granting program in
clinical and translational research because this is going to position them to be more forward thinking,» says NCRR's Alving.
Alving told ScienceInsider that she's leaving now
because she has completed her «major goals,» including establishing the
Clinical and Translational Science Awards — large support grants set up 5 years ago to support bench - to - bedside
research at major academic medical centers.