BU CTSI Research Navigator Team (RNT)
Members of the BU CTSI Research Navigator Team (RNT) can provide guidance, linkages, resources, and concierge services to all investigators and their research teams for every stage of their translational research from planning to dissemination of findings. The RNT also helps to educate research teams about the many BU CTSI resources which include tools and services for researchers to maximize the impact of discoveries and speed the translation of research into improved patient care and population health.
The RNT works collaboratively across all BU CTSI Programs, including close collaboration with the General Clinical Research Clinic (GCRU). The GCRU provides assistance with protocol implementation offered by experienced research staff (Registered Nurses, Research Assistants, and Phlebotomists) to conduct research activities both within and outside of the GCRU. The RNT works closely with the BU/BMC regulatory and compliance offices, such as the OHRA, CRRO, CTO, and IRB, to foster tailored consultations for translational science researchers and their teams.
Research Support Services Provided by the RNT:
- Assistance with IRB applications and submissions
- Biostatistics and data management & study design
- Recruitment retention assistance including consultations to optimize recruitment plans, staff training to enhance recruitment success, and help integrating Special Populations into research studies.
- Identification of experienced research staff to facilitate rapid study start-up, drawing on GCRU staff, the RNT, and the Research Job Connection
- Guidance with mandatory regulatory requirements for clinical studies
- Development of Data Safety Monitoring Plans (DSMP)
- Help with FDA Interactions and submissions
- Assistance with research laboratory testing
- Advocate for researchers and study coordinators
- Identify resources for the timely and successful completion of research projects
- Refer investigators to appropriate clinical research services/cores and tools
- Promote institutional policies and best practices
Meet the BU CTSI Research Navigator Team (RNT)
Leadership and Administration
Myriam Castagne, MD – Senior Research Navigator (SRN)
The first point of contact who will respond to your queries about BU CTSI services, resources or consultations is the SRN. The SRN Develops collaborative relationships with the BU/BMC clinical research community and advocates for researchers and study coordinators, identifies resources for the timely & successful completion of research projects, refers investigators to appropriate clinical research services/cores, promotes institutional polices and best practices. The SRN identifies, develops, and maintains relationships with key contacts with BU/BMC offices; CTSI Leadership; Program Directors and Program Staff.In addition, the SRN may provide short term assistance for study start up to include completion of sponsor regulatory documents, IRB applications, providing oversight of study binders and preparation of study documentation. Provides training to GCRU Clinical Practice Assistants and Study Teams.
Ridiane Denis, BS, RN, MD – Director of Clinical Research and Operations, GCRU
Works collaboratively with the RNT and offers guidance regarding services provided by the GCRU and the BU CTSI Research Job Connection (RJC). Working closely with the SRN, Dr. Denis reviews requests received from investigators and study teams interested in using the GCRU. She, along with the SRN, will determine when a request needs to be referred to regulatory or compliance office; or another BU CTSI program, such as Community Engagement, Recruitment or Special Populations. She makes suggestions for matching research staff to study teams through the RJC and provides guidance during the hiring process. The SRN will help to assess the specific needs and the viability of the “match” and make suggestions for training and required certifications. Brief Bio For Ridiane Denis.
Daniel Mompoint, MA – Research Navigator (RN)
Daniel is multi-lingual, speaking English, French, Spanish, and Haitian Creole and has a strong background in all aspects of clinical research and clinical research administration. As an RN, he assists study teams in connecting with experts and understanding processes and best practices for conducting research at BU/BMC. Provides operational support to these studies including EPIC screening and data entry. Assists in the development of SOP’s, INSPIR submissions and all other aspects of clinical studies. As a member of the RNT, Daniel also provides assistance with interpretation of study related materials and other specific study needs
Nino Zachariah, MSRA – Quality Assurance Quality Control Coordinator
Working closely with and guided by the Senior Research Navigator, Nino helps to prioritize requests for RNT support and serve as a liaison with study teams to ensure they received the appropriate services and that requests are addressed in a timely manner. Provides support to study teams as appropriate and assigned.
Clinical Practice Assistants
Provide support for the SRN and RNs as needed and, based on specific study needs, includes assistance with data entry for trials managed by the GCRU and the Navigator Team.
Request a BU CTSI Service or Information
RNs are deployed to work with clinical studies based on request and the needs of the BU/BMC research community. The RNT looks forward to hearing from you.
To receive a CTSI service or consult or to just ask a question, please click on the button below. Within 2 business days, the RNT will review the request and get back to you.
If you are interested in learning more, we also provide presentations to departments, sections and research forums to discuss all services provided by the RNT, the GCRU, and the BU CTSI.
Contact the BU CTSI
Click below to request BU CTSI Services in support of your research or career development, and/or to ask your question.
