CTM: Mentoring for Research to Practice Translation
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Understanding how to guide researchers in understanding the impact of publication and prototyping on research translation.
- Examining best practices and lessons learned for research to practice mentoring.
- Considering how to integrate undergraduates in the process.
December 01, 2025 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Location: Zoom Online
Presented by:
Dr. Karen A. High
She is currently serving as a professor in the Engineering Science and Education Department within the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences.
Educational/training background
Dr. Karen High holds an academic appointment as professor in the Engineering Science and Education department and holds joint appointments in the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering department as well as the Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences department. Dr. High’s educational and research emphasis includes STEM faculty development, graduate students, critical thinking and communication skills, online learning, enhancing mathematics success, and promoting inclusion in STEM. Dr. Karen High became the inaugural director of the Graduate Center for Transformational Mentorship (GCTM) in Fall of 2023.
Event Description
Bridging the gap between research and real-world application is a valuable skill for graduate students. Navigating issues like publication authorship, prototyping, patenting, and intellectual property often requires both technical expertise and strategic mentorship that may feel complex and unfamiliar when one is new to this process. In this session, graduate students will gain insight into the pathways for translating research into practice, learn how to engage mentors in conversations about these processes, and explore strategies for building collaborations that support innovation. Participants will also connect with peers to share experiences and develop practical approaches for managing the professional and ethical considerations involved in bringing research beyond the lab.