The Robert A. Winn Excellence In Clinical Trials Award Program: Design and Implementation of Clinical Trials Workshop

The Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials: Career Development Award (Winn CDA), supported by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, is a 2-year program designed to support the career development of early-stage investigator physicians who have a demonstrated commitment to transforming and expanding access to the clinical research landscape. They will become community-oriented clinical trialists who will drive improved health outcomes through their research and mentoring. Currently, our clinical research areas include cancer, cardiovascular disease and immunologic disorders. The Winn CDA offers a comprehensive and integrated approach to improving participation in clinical trials through workforce development and mentoring. The program kicks off with a virtual orientation in October and an in-person 4.5-5-day intensive workshop titled the Robert A. Winn Excellence in Clinical Trials: Design and Implementation of Clinical Trials in partnership with the American Association for Cancer Research® (Winn-AACR DICT Workshop) from November 17-21, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. The workshop imparts essential knowledge about clinical trials design, development, implementation, and community engagement.