MS Clinical and Translational Science

Translational science is the application of the results from the basic research on cells and animals to the treatment of patients. With rapid developments in technology and genomics, this translational science is changing the advancement of medical care so that prevention and treatment of disease is specific to each individual patient. Much of this personalized medicine is dependent on clinical and translational sciences (CTS). 

Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine (JCESOM) equips CTS M.S. students with the information and training necessary to translate basic advances into improved patient care that will enhance the quality of life for patients in the Appalachian region, particularly southern West Virginia. Marshall’s CTS M.S. program has expanded to meet both the needs of our students and the demands of our economy. Graduates of Marshall’s CTS M.S. program will be able to lead all aspects of clinical trials of new drugs and procedures. This program provides an emphasis on conducting clinical trials and research specific to the rural regions of West Virginia.

Marshall is now providing three areas of emphasis within the program: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research (Health-Related Professional School Preparation), and Clinical Informatics.

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Paid research positions may be available pending funding.

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304-696-3162
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All students are required to meet the general requirements of the Graduate College for receipt of a master's degree. In addition, all students must pass a written and/or oral comprehensive exam. All students will take the following courses within their area of emphasis. 

Students will learn all aspects of administering a clinical trial including study design, research operations, regulatory requirements, recruiting techniques, rural health disparities and more.

This program is a five-semester program. Coursework is required in the Summer Sessions between Year I and Year II. 

While being trained in clinical trials, participants will develop a strengthened science foundation for application to health-related professional schools.

This program is a five semester program. Coursework is required in the Summer Sessions between Year I and Year II. 

Applicants will study the elements of clinical trials while focusing on data manipulation, machine learning, and clinical programming.

This program is a five-semester program. Coursework is required in the Summer Sessions between Year I and Year II. 

For more information regarding Active Clinical Trials, contact our Medical Director of Clinical Trials - Usha Murughiyan (304) 691-1836.

Updated on April 14, 2023.

For more information on PI Initiated Clinical Trials, contact our Medical Director of Clinical Trials - Usha Murughiyan (304) 691-1836. 

Updated on February 22, 2022.  

Assistant Dean, Office of Research and Graduate Education
Phone: (304) 696-3523
egleton@marshall.edu

Assistant Dean, Clinical Research, Medical Director Clinical Trials
Phone: (304) 691-6812
smurughiyan@marshall.edu

Vice Dean, Office of Research & Graduate Education 
Phone: (304) 691-1841
sundaramu@marshall.edu