A Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative (CTSC) is a coordinated partnership or network that supports translational research through shared resources, infrastructure, and expertise.
CTSCs often bring together investigators, clinical operations, informatics, and regulatory support to streamline study development and execution. Collaborative structures can reduce duplication and accelerate study startup by aligning processes and tools. They also promote consistent data management practices and shared governance standards. CTSC participation strengthens quality, compliance alignment, and multi-disciplinary research output.