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The SCTR Research Nexus provides fee-based services for a myriad of clinical research needs, including Laboratory, Nursing, Research Coordination and Management (RCM), and a research facility providing space and support. These include but aren’t limited to investigator-initiated, federally funded, foundation-funded, industry-initiated/industry-sponsored, and pilot studies. The overarching goal is to facilitate patient-oriented research cost-effectively to strengthen the discipline of clinical and translational science.

Questions

Anne Wulf, Research Navigator, is available to answer any questions related to SCTR's Research Nexus.
843-792-8688
wulf@musc.edu

Nexus Research Center

The approximately 7,000 sq. ft. facility on the 2nd floor of MUSC's Clinical Sciences Building includes six procedure rooms, six examination rooms, a three chair-infusion suite, a phlebotomy room, AIIR suite and a pulmonary function testing suite.

The SCTR Research Nexus facilities provide space and support for a multitude of studies. These include but are not limited to investigator-initiated, federally funded, foundation-funded, industry-initiated/industry-sponsored, and pilot studies.

Clinical Nursing

Offers skilled nursing services in the Research Nexus or bedside throughout the MUSC campus.

Nursing Services

Mobile Nursing services for inpatient visits in the hospital and other outpatient/ambulatory areas on campus are provided. Studies can be conducted onsite or specially trained personnel can be dispatched to the bedside of acutely ill patients throughout the MUSC campus. The team includes Chemotherapy & Biotherapy certified research nurses and support staff who:

  • Conduct protocols
  • Secure specimens
  • Administer medications
  • Gather critical data

Pulmonary Function Testing

Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) perform cooperation-dependent pulmonary function tests. Clinic equipment includes the Vyaire Vyntus One. Staff have the ability to train on study-specific equipment.

Contact

Lesley Platt, BSN, RN
Nurse Manager II, SCTR Research Nexus
843-792-3839
plattle@musc.edu

Research Coordination and Management

Provides a wide range of services for research studies.

The RCM staff includes experienced trained research personnel, as well as licensed nurse research coordinators. Project management and quality assurance services are available for investigators seeking assistance with the management of multi-site trials, day-to-day oversight of research programs and teams, and quality assurance monitoring visits.

RCM Services

  • Study management and coordination
  • Project management
  • Regulatory management
  • Data management
  • Recruitment
  • Quality assurance monitoring reviews (remote and on-site)
  • Study assessments (semi-structured interviews, psychometric testing)
  • Social-behavioral interventions
  • Inpatient, outpatient, and outlying clinics
  • Hourly fee-for-service support for MUSC researchers is available on a full-time, part-time, PRN, or gap services basis

RCM Contact

Erin Klintworth

Research Coordination & Management Manager

843-792-0070

klintwor@musc.edu

“I was initially interested in RCM project management services given the time-limited nature and tight budget associated with my K23 project; however, after using the service, I can see how it would also be valuable for projects of much larger scope and budget. I was particularly impressed at the overall value and timeliness of the services rendered. My RCM project manager was available when needed, responsive, and efficient - their services came in under budget.”
--Jenna L. McCauley, Ph.D. | Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

“I’m very pleased with Reece’s work. He’s been updating me on a weekly basis, which not only shows that he’s been dedicated and working hard, but also that he’s professional and considerate. It’s a pleasure to work with someone like him.”
--Paula Ramos, Ph.D. | Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine

“SCTR’s RCM provides not only excellent, consistent services, but a group of highly skilled research professionals that focus on the success of your research. I have had the privilege to work with Della MacNicholas, a former neonatal intensive care nurse, and study coordinator, who single-handedly has made every project a success in terms of recruitment, patient advocacy, regulatory and budgetary management. Without her dedication and astuteness, several projects would have faltered. The RCM is an often under-utilized resource.”
--Carol Wagner, M.D. | Professor, Department of Pediatrics

“I just wanted to let you know that I am so grateful for Shannon. Her organizational skills and attention to detail are second to none. She is amazing!”
--Janelle Wagner, Ph.D. | Associate Professor, College of Nursing

Laboratory

Includes eleven benches of working space, biological safety cabinets, -80°C, -20°C, and liquid nitrogen freezers, and other vital equipment.

The SCTR Research Nexus Laboratory serves as technical assistance for SCTR-approved clinical research investigators. The lab is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and staff are well trained to support investigators. The laboratory and its expert staff promote the development of new methods to support clinical research. Services include investigator consultation, sample processing, banking and shipping, immunoassays, nucleic acid extraction, and custom service development, as requested by investigators.

Facilities & Equipment

The lab is a newly renovated, secure, limited-access site accessible only to authorized personnel. It includes eleven work benches, six -80°C freezers, six refrigerated centrifuges, two biological safety cabinets, one liquid nitrogen freezer, one -20°C, and one fume hood. An automated, continuous temperature monitoring system is in use for all critical temperature-controlled equipment in the lab.

The lab’s suite of equipment supports a range of research techniques:

  • Tecan Infinite 200 PRO multimode microplate reader with Magellan software
  • Orflo Moxi GO II, for methods requiring cell count and viability
  • QIAGEN QIAcube for nucleic acid and protein purification
  • QIAGEN QIAxpert for spectrophotometry

Lab Contact

Amy Gandy, MS
Administrator/Laboratory Manager, SCTR Research Nexus
843-792-2595

gandya@musc.edu

Nexus in the Spotlight

RCM's Next Chapter

Long-time RCM member Erin Klintworth is stepping into a new role as Director. As the program enters a new era, we reflect on RCM’s legacy, celebrate wins and strengths, and look ahead to the future.
Research Coordination Managements Next Chapter arrow_forward

Nexus Contacts

Anne Wulf, BS, CCRP
Research Navigator
843-792-8688
wulf@musc.edu

Lesley Platt, BSN, RN
Nurse Manager II, SCTR Research Nexus
843-792-3839
plattle@musc.edu

Amy Gandy, MS
Administrator/Laboratory Manager, SCTR Research Nexus
843-792-2595
gandya@musc.edu

Erin Klintworth
Research Coordination & Management Manager, SCTR Research Nexus
843-792-0070
klintwor@musc.edu

Connect with Nexus Services

Visit SPARCRequest to browse SCTR’s comprehensive online catalog of both Free and Fee-based research services, request services and/or quickly obtain pricing as applicable.

Everyone from management to nursing to lab to the front desk was focused on the clinical trial. I could not have had a better experience.

Carol Wagner, M.D. Professor, College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics

Location

SCTR Research Nexus
96 Jonathan Lucas Street
Suite: 214
MSC Code: 195
Charleston, SC 29425

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