Research
We conduct leading magnetic resonance research and clinical research at the Center for Magnetic Resonance Research, Center for Clinical Imaging Research, and University of Minnesota and affiliate hospitals.
CMRR is home to some of the most advanced MR instrumentation in the world, including the world’s first 10.5T clinical imaging magnet, complemented by human resources that provide unique expertise in imaging physics, engineering and signal processing.
CCIR, a National Cancer Institute Center of Quantitative Imaging Excellence (CQIE) provides advanced imaging for specialized clinical and clinical research protocols. Specialized reproducible imaging protocols are implemented with consistent quality via a research-compliant team approach.
Clinical Research Staff
Jill Novitzke, RN, BSN, MPA - Research Manager
Contact
novit001@umn.edu
Role Description
- Directs strategic planning for research initiatives in the Department of Radiology
- Leads and conducts process and structure improvement projects
- Develops and oversees trial budgets
Education
- MPA, University of Minnesota
- BSN, University of Wisconsin
- ADN, Miami University
Christine Damases-Kasi, PhD - CR3 Research Technologist
Contact
cdamases@umn.edu
Role Description
- Collaborates with research teams outside of the Department of Radiology regarding radiology needs for their studies
- Works as a liaison between study team and radiologists to confirm protocols and services needed and set up protocol in software
- Prepares images for radiologists to provide research protocol reads or for transfer to study sponsors
Education
- PhD, Imaging Sciences, University of Sydney, Australia
Lindsay Grude, MPH - Regulatory Specialist
Contact
lgrude@umn.edu
Role Description
- Creates and maintains study materials, IRB records, and regulatory binders
- Responsible for all regulatory activities involved with study startup, maintenance, monitoring, and closure
- Serves as department subject matter expert on Florence e-regulatory binders
Education
- MPH, University of Minnesota
- BS, University of Michigan
Evan Hromada, MPH - CR3 Administrative Coordinator
Contact
hroma012@umn.edu
Role Description
- Collaborates with research teams outside the Department of Radiology regarding imaging support services needed for their studies
- Primary point of contact for research teams and liaison to imaging operational staff and radiologists
- Oversees the intake process for all new CR3 studies
Education
- MPP, University of Minnesota
- MPH, University of Minnesota
- BA, University of Minnesota
Pooya Torkian, MD - Research Coordinator
Contact: ptorkian@umn.edu
Role Description
Collaborates with investigators, support staff, and CR3 team on the design and logistics of research studies.
Assists in the timely preparation and maintenance of applicable compliance and regulatory documents
Obtains study consent, screens and follows radiology research participants, seeking investigator input as appropriate.
Education
MD, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Shirley Yeary, IR CBRPA/RA - Research Coordinator
Contact
syeary@umphysicians.umn.edu
Role Description
- Works closely with the Interventional Radiology providers and clinical research coordinator, to obtain consents, and collect research data
- Assists providers during study related procedures
Education
- RT(R),
- IR CBRPA/RA
Contact
Radiology New Research Requests
RADIOLOGY FACULTY ONLY
For new research projects, please complete this form: Radiology Request for Research Resources
Please email Jill Novitzke with any questions