Administrative Core

Core Objectives

The Administrative core guides STAR’s:

  • Scientific leadership

  • Administrative support

  • Scientific and career development activities

Co-Directors

Laura Stroud, PhD

Audrey Tyrka, MD, PhD

Contact

Katelyn Borba
Research Center Manager
starcobre@brownhealth.org

Activities

The Administrative Core accomplishes its objectives through various activities:

  • Pilot Project Program

  • Intensive R01 grant writing seminar and workshop

  • Monthly STAR Research Lecture Series

  • Additional workshops for career development

Core Members

Core Directors

Lead the Executive Committee and are responsible for the recruitment and support of STAR COBRE faculty, project leads, and pilot projects

  • Laura Stroud, PhD

  • Audrey Tyrka, MD, PhD

Executive Committee

Provides support and guidance to the Core Directors and mentorship to project leads

  • Beth Bock, PhD

  • Nicole Nugent, PhD

  • Stephanie Parade, PhD

External Advisory Committee

Provides advice and ongoing feedback regarding the COBRE, individual projects, and efforts towards COBRE sustainability

  • Jennifer Hays-Grudo, PhD chair

  • Cindy Crusto, PhD

  • Barbara Rothbaum, PhD