Translational
Translational Medicine
Translational Medicine (pronounced: trans-lay-shuh-nuhl med-uh-sin) is a rapidly growing discipline in biomedical research and aims to expedite the discovery of new diagnostic tools and treatments by using a multi-disciplinary, highly collaborative, "bench-to-bedside" approach.
Etymology
The term "Translational Medicine" is derived from the concept of "translating" findings from basic research more quickly and efficiently into medical practice. It involves the application of discoveries generated during research in the laboratory, and in preclinical studies, to the development of trials and studies in humans.
Related Terms
- Bench-to-bedside: This term refers to the process by which the results of research done in the laboratory are directly used to develop new ways to treat patients.
- Biomedical research: This is the broad area of science that involves the investigation of the biological process and the causes of disease through careful experimentation, observation, laboratory work, analysis, and testing.
- Clinical trials: These are research studies performed in people that are aimed at evaluating a medical, surgical, or behavioral intervention.
- Preclinical studies: These are laboratory experiments performed on cells, animals, and animal models before they are performed on humans.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Translational
- Wikipedia's article - Translational
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