Unifying Research

Justin Osborne

A podcast about bridging the gap between the business side and patient side of the research industry.  Each episode will feature two conversations - one with a research professional sharing their expertise, and the other with a patient or patient advocate diving into the patient's experience in research. Our hope is that these conversations will spark further discussion and be an encouraging voice as we work to better connect patients with research.

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  1. 3월 26일

    Unifying Research S2E3 - Research Administration and Participant Caregiver

    In the latest episode, I speak with a research expert on the administrative side of running a program at a Cancer Clinical Trials Office. I also speak with a caregiver of someone in a research study. My research expert guest is Michelle Marcum, the Senior Director of Clinical Trials at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Michelle discusses what it looks like to run a clinical trials program in an academic medical center and cancer center. She also shares how her program is managed through the lens of a mission-driven patient-first model. My patient guest this episode is unique. I speak with Brian Blackmon, a caregiver for a research participant. Better understanding the role of a caregiver in a research participant's experience is so important, yet there aren't many of these conversations taking place. Brian does a great job of explaining the challenges and opportunities for improvement for this vital role. Additional resources: Connect with Michelle Marcum on LinkedInConnect with Brian Blackmon on LinkedInLearn more about the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center Clinical TrialsThe Caregiver Action - a resource for caregivers of research participantsConnect with Univo to learn more about our mission and services    Learn more about Univo's partners working together to bring the patient's voice to research:Clinical Trials For AllSavvy CooperativeInspireChildren's Flight of HopeThe Patient ViewAAHRPP

    1시간 35분
  2. 2025. 10. 21.

    Unifying Research - Research Coordinator and Pat with Children's Flight of Hope

    In the fourth episode of Unifying Research, I sit down with a clinical research coordinator to discuss what it means to be a research coordinator. The job of a coordinator is one of the most important in our industry, yet most people don't fully understand or appreciate everything on a coordinator's plate. Then, I had the privilege of speaking with the President of a non-profit that provides flights to children in need of care.  My research expert guest is Jen Powers, a research coordinator at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute at the University of Cincinnati. Jen has nearly 20 years of clinical care experience, with almost half of that being in a research coordinator role. Jen explains what a coordinator does as well as some of the major challenges of the role.  The patient-side guest for this episode is Pat Nelli, the President and CEO of Children's Flight of Hope, a non-profit providing flights to essential, life-changing, and life-saving medical care for children in need. The work they do is extraordinary and it's refreshing to hear such passion coming from the president of a company doing this kind of work.  Additional resources: "A Legacy of Care: Mother-Daughter Duo Making a Difference at UC Health" - an article about Jen PowersConnect with Pat Nelli on LinkedInCheck out Children's Flight of Hope websiteConnect with Univo to learn more about our mission and services Learn more about Univo's partners working together to bring the patient's voice to research:Clinical Trials For AllSavvy CooperativeInspireChildren's Flight of HopeAAHRPP

    1시간 27분
  3. 2025. 09. 16.

    Unifying Research - Women's Health and Patient Mary Elizabeth

    In the third episode of Unifying Research, I sit down with a research expert to discuss the current state of Women's Health in research. It's a growing area of interest across all communities, and an important conversation. Then, I had the privilege of speaking with a research participant who shares her incredible journey through cancer research and life-saving treatments. My research expert guest is Yasmeen Long, a nationally recognized expert in biomedical research, health outcomes and patient advocacy. Yasmeen has managed research programs at Johns Hopkins, Mass General and Harvard, as well as being the former director of FasterCures with the Milken Institute. Yasmeen helps explain the scope of Women's Health in research and why this topic is so important. The patient-side guest for this episode is Mary Elizabeth Williams. Mary Elizabeth is an award-winning journalist, storyteller, consultant, speaker, author of two books, and currently a doctoral student of Medical Humanities. Mary Elizabeth shares her amazing journey through life-saving treatments in an oncology clinical trial. She also shares some thought-provoking insights into the problematic areas of research, from a participant's perspective.  Additional resources: Connect with Yasmeen on LinkedinYasmeen Long's article for Diplomatic CourierLearn more about Mary Elizabeth WilliamsCheck out MEW's substackA Series of Catastrophes & Miracles - Book by Mary Elizabeth WilliamsConnect with Univo to learn more about our mission and services Learn more about Univo's partners working together to bring the patient's voice to research:Clinical Trials For AllSavvy CooperativeInspireChildren's Flight of HopeAAHRPP

    1시간 41분
  4. 2025. 08. 18.

    Unifying Research - Workforce Crisis and Patient Advocacy

    In the second episode of Unifying Research, I sit down with a research expert to discuss our current workforce crisis in clinical research. It's a complex and very timely problem that deserves our attention. Then, I had the privilege of speaking with a research patient advocate, who explains what patient advocacy is and why it's so important. My research expert guest is R'Kes Starling, an executive and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the field. Not only does R'Kes shine a light on the current state of the clinical research workforce crisis, he also shares his opinions, wisdom and advice for those looking to break into our industry and those looking for a change.  The patient-side guest for this episode is Ella Balasa. Ella was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at 18 months old. She has used her personal healthcare experiences to drive change in patient empowerment, research, and healthcare strategies. Ella is inspiring and it was exciting to hear the important work she's helping to drive forward. Additional resources: Connect with R'Kes Starling - (1) R'Kes Starling, RPh, MBA | LinkedIn Learn more about the work Ella Balasa is doing - Ella Balasa | Patient Advocate and ConsultantConnect with Univo to learn more about our mission and services Learn more about Univo's partners working together to bring the patient's voice to research:Clinical Trials For AllSavvy CooperativeInspireChildren's Flight of HopeAAHRPP

    1시간 18분

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A podcast about bridging the gap between the business side and patient side of the research industry.  Each episode will feature two conversations - one with a research professional sharing their expertise, and the other with a patient or patient advocate diving into the patient's experience in research. Our hope is that these conversations will spark further discussion and be an encouraging voice as we work to better connect patients with research.

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