University of Cincinnati
Research Participant Advisory Council (UC RPAC)
ABOUT
The 20-member University of Cincinnati Research Participant Advisory Council (UC RPAC) addresses the research participant experiences at UC and UC Health (UCH). The UC RPAC is comprised of participants (age 11 and up) and meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 6:00 to 7:30pm.
Members represent a diverse cross-section of participants, including condition, age, race, gender, LGBTQ+, socioeconomic status, research experience, UC students and religious affiliation.
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Objectives of the UC RPAC are to:
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To enlarge the research perspective and improve research across the Academic Health Center and University, with a focus on including participant experiences and building relationships of trust. This includes:
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Providing feedback on specific research requests that help ensure a better research experience and outcome.
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Establishing best practices and improvement initiatives inclusive of community.
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Providing a formal referral system for other patient and family advisory councils looking to engage in research.
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Humanize research at the institution and the surrounding communities.
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Create a space for bi-directional learning.
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Provide a foundation for researchers wishing to include patients and families in their study design.
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For more information, please contact Mo Kelly, Program Manager, UC RPAC.
UC RPAC
ENGAGING WITH A RPAG
Who can utilize the Research Participant Advisory Group?
Anyone doing research-related work who would like feedback/input from research participants, family members or community members.
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When do the standing monthly Advisory Groups meet?
The advisory groups meet monthly in the evening throughout the year.
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How would I schedule a meeting with one of these standing monthly Advisory Groups?
Staff who are interested in utilizing the Children’s RPAC, UC RPAC or West End Community Research Advisory Board for their research studies or other projects can contact an RPAG team member.
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How would I request an RPAG member for my project or research?
Staff who are interested in identifying a participant or community member for their project can contact Julie Wijesooriya.
Also, if you are interested in helping with this work by serving as a staff representative or expert, please contact us. We would love to have your expertise!
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​The CCTST sponsors the RPAC and West End Research Community Advisory Board and provides monetary operations support.​
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Watch our Get Connected to Research video series to learn more about research and what it means to participate in research. ​​​​​​​​​​​​