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CNTR Seeks Sites for Clinical Trial on Rapid Coverage of Exposed Bone and Tendon – Coalition for National Trauma Research
Aroa Biosurgery, in collaboration with the Coalition for National Trauma Research (CNTR), has initiated a groundbreaking pilot study evaluating the efficacy of combining the company’s Ovine Forestomach Matrix (OFM) grafts (Myriad MatrixTM) with conventional Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) in patients suffering from traumatic soft tissue injuries. The study aims to determine whether this combined […]
Rural Patients & Caregivers Sought for PCOR Capacity-Building Project – Coalition for National Trauma Research
Dr. Marta McCrum, at the University of Utah, is actively recruiting rural patient survivors and family caregivers to participate in her PCORI-funded project, Building Capacity for PCOR/CER by Engaging Rural Trauma Survivors and Their Recovery Communities. These patients and caregivers, along with healthcare professionals and other stakeholders, are participating in a series of virtual community […]
Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor Legislation to Restore CDMRP Funding – Coalition for National Trauma Research
Representatives Andre Carson (D-IN) and Mike Levin (D-CA) are seeking co-sponsors on their bill to restore and increase funding for medical research that supports the health and care of our nation’s service members. The Medical Research for Our Troops Act aims to ensure that critical funding for Defense Health Agency research programs — including the […]
6 Eye-Opening Ways to Understand Autism and ADHD
Confusion often clouds our understanding when it comes to Autism and ADHD, making everything feel overwhelming and unclear. But what if we could turn everything upside down and see things from a completely new perspective? Understanding these conditions doesn’t have to stay trapped in that fog of confusion. Let’s explore together six meaningful ways to […]
CNTR is Hiring a Part-time Controller – Coalition for National Trauma Research
Job Title: Part-Time ControllerReports To: Executive DirectorFLSA Status: Exempt Job SummaryResponsible for directing accounting functions, negotiating and managing financial agreements, and working with auditing and funding entities on periodic reviews. General Accountabilities Coordinate, plan, and report on the financial activities of the organization including accounting, budget, credit, insurance, tax, and treasury Conduct accounting, bookkeeping and […]
Guest Feature, Michaela, Autistic Advocate & Entrepreneur
Michaela’s journey is more than impressive—it’s deeply meaningful. Her recent achievement of a master’s degree didn’t just come with a diploma; it came with powerful realizations about her identity. Around the same time, she learned she was autistic—a discovery that turned her world upside down, and yet, somehow made it feel finally right. This dual […]
5 Reasons Volunteering Can Empower Autistic Individuals
Volunteered for CARD-USF on 5/1/25 Emotional understanding is often missing when we talk about autism. Autistic individuals are often seen through a narrow lens—misunderstood, underestimated, or left out. But what if we saw them for who they truly are? What if we created space for their voices, their gifts, their presence? Volunteering isn’t just about giving […]
6 Tips for Inclusion and Comfort: Sensory-Friendly Memorial Day 2025
Memorial Day carries deep emotional meaning—it’s a time to reflect, to honor, and to gather close with family and friends. But in the flurry of fireworks, parades, and social events, we often forget one essential element: comfort. For those with sensory sensitivities, comfort is not just something nice to have—it’s something they need to feel safe, […]
Understanding the Struggles of Car Seats for a Child with Autism (And What Parents Can do About it)
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia emphasizes that children with autism are more prone to displaying difficult behaviors during transportation. These behaviors can include refusing to buckle, attempting to remove the harness, or even physically resisting being placed in the seat at all. Why Car Seats for a Child with Autism Can Be Challenging Children […]
8 Tools Everyone Needs to Support Self-Advocacy
Self-advocacy isn’t just a buzzword. It’s your inner voice saying, “Hey, my thoughts and needs matter too.” Whether you’re navigating a tricky workplace situation, advocating for your health, or simply asking for what you deserve, self-advocacy is your superpower. In a world that often tries to tell us who we are or what we should accept, […]