Research Core for the Division of Academic Specialists in OB-GYN (RCAS OB-GYN)
Research Core for the Division of Academic Specialists in OB-GYN (RCAS OB-GYN)
The Research Core for the Division of Academic Specialists in OB-GYN (RCAS OB-GYN) is a multidisciplinary team dedicated to supporting clinical and quality improvement research across the research continuum within the Division of Academic Specialists in OB-GYN at the University of Colorado. We are available to assist with idea generation, research development, study design, study coordination, data collection and analysis, and research results dissemination.
Services Offered
Methodology, regulatory, and study logistics
- Developing a research program
- Aims and hypothesis
- Study design
- Protocol development
- Study coordination
- IRB applications
- Developing conceptual models
- Grant proposals
- Database structure and review
- REDCap build (database, survey)
Biostatistics
- Clinical trial and observational study design
- Analytic plans
- Sample size and power calculations
- Randomization schedules
- Data analysis and interpretation
Research Dissemination
- Abstract and poster development
- Manuscript development
Our Team
Karen Hampanda, PhD, MPH
The RCAS team is led by Karen Hampanda, PhD, MPH, Director of Research for the Division of Academic Specialists in OB-GYN, and Assistant Professor, Department of OB-GYN. Dr. Hampanda has expertise in research design, quantitative and qualitative research methods, grant applications, study management and data collection, and manuscript and abstract preparation. She supports research on women's health in Colorado and with global projects in sub-Saharan Africa.
Madeleine Sehrt, MPH
RCAS is supported by PRA, Madeleine Sehrt, MPH. She recently graduated with a Master's from the Colorado School of Public Health where she focused on Maternal and Child Health. Maddie has three years of experience in a variety of health service settings and is passionate about improving the quality and accessibility of women's healthcare. One day, she hopes to pursue a PhD.
Mary Sammel, ScD
Statistical support is overseen by Mary Sammel, ScD, Professor, Department of Biostatistics and Informatics, and Associated Director, Center for Innovative Design & Analysis (CIDA).
Laurel Beaty, MS
Mary is supported by Laurel Beaty, MS, Research Instructor in the Center for Innovative Design & Analysis (CIDA).
Our team members have expertise in research study start up and coordination, quantitative and qualitative design and evaluation, and biostatistical analysis. We work in close collaboration with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Administrative Research Core (ARC) to provide support on the regulatory process, including IRB. All research with human subjects requires approval from the Colorado Multiple Institutional Review Board (COMIRB). More information about COMIRB can be found here: https://research.cuanschutz.edu/comirb.
If you need help in editing an existing grant application, manuscript, or other document, the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology now has a Scientific Editor.
Request Services
Services are available to faculty and trainees within the Division of Academic Specialists in OB-GYN
To request RCAS support, please submit an intake form and schedule a consultation with Dr. Hampanda here. If you would like to schedule a time outside of Dr. Hampanda's office hours, please contact Madeleine Sehrt, MPH, at madeleine.sehrt@cuanschutz.edu.
For statistical support, please contact Dr. Sammel at mary.sammel@cuanschutz.edu. Her office hours are Wednesday 2-3pm or by appointment.
Information about funding opportunities can be found here. If you're interested in finding students to help with your work, please click here.
All research with human subjects requires approval from the Colorado Multiple Institutional Review Board (COMIRB). Both RCAS and ARC are available to assist with the process. More information about COMIRB can be found here: https://research.cuanschutz.edu/comirb
Please contact Madeleine Sehrt, MPH, at madeleine.sehrt@cuanschutz.edu with any questions.