Join us for a Flash Learn session focused on the Veterans Affairs (VA) Research system. We will help you discover how this federal agency contributes to transformative medical breakthroughs that impact veterans and the broader healthcare field. Grow your knowledge and learn how VA Research fits into the larger mission of the VA and how local research structures, such as R&D Committees, IRBs, and the Veterans Research and Education Foundation (VREF), play essential roles in administering both VA-funded and externally funded studies. This session will also clarify complex VA terminology and processes, helping you navigate the VA research environment with confidence.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the integral role of VA Research in advancing healthcare, including key innovations and the administrative structure at VA Medical Centers.
- Gain insights into VA research culture, with a focus on its veteran-centric mission and priorities, including special populations and collaborations with university affiliates.