Promoting a Healthy Weight |
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In commemoration of National Healthy Weight Week January 18-24, 2026 |
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Every year, during the third week of January, communities observe National Healthy Weight Week, an initiative that, since 1994, invites reflection on lifestyle habits. This 2026, from January 18-24, this commemoration takes on special relevance in Puerto Rico, where figures on overweight and obesity confront us with a reality we cannot ignore. When we discuss overweight and obesity, we refer to conditions characterized by an increase in the size and number of fat cells. Body Mass Index, or BMI, is the tool we use to assess body fat based on a person's weight and height. But beyond technical definitions, what these figures really tell us is that approximately 7 out of 10 Puerto Rican adults live with overweight or obesity. Data from the Puerto Rico Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System 2024 are conclusive: |
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Featuring the people who drive our mission forward Each month, we shine a light on the dedicated individuals behind the Alliance; our staff, leaders, and new team members. |
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Role: Alliance CTRR Unit Director in the Medical Sciences Campus Site
Joined: November 2025
Dr. Romaguera-Agrait is a full-time faculty member in Obstetrics and Gynecology with more than 35 years of experience in research, clinical practice, and mentorship. Her work focuses on gynecologic conditions, with particular emphasis on HPV-related pathology, biomarkers of disease progression, and microbiome research. She has extensive experience mentoring undergraduate students, medical students, residents, faculty, and doctoral trainees, and has participated as a mentor in the Masterβs Program in Translational Research at the Medical Sciences Campus. Her collaborative work includes partnerships across the Medical Sciences Campus and with investigators outside Puerto Rico. Dr. Romaguera-Agrait joined the Alliance in November 2025 as CTRR Unit Director, where she contributes her expertise, leadership, and long-standing commitment to research and training. |
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NIH now requires a new Biographical Sketch βCommon Formβ for all submissions due on or after January 25, 2026. |
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| Whatβs changing:Biosketches must be created in SciENcv (Word formats are no longer accepted) ORCID iD is required for all senior and key personnel New two-part format: Common Form + NIH Supplement Enforcement begins February 6, 2026; non-compliant submissions will be blocked
Action: Log into SciENcv and link your ORCID iD as soon as possible. |
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COE/GROW PR Network celebra su 15.Βͺ reuniΓ³n en Ciales |
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El pasado 16 de diciembre de 2025, los miembros y colaboradores de GROW PR Network (Generating Research Opportunities Working Together), iniciativa de la Alianza, se reunieron en las instalaciones de Prymed Medical Care en Ciales. Este decimoquinto encuentro fue clave para consolidar la sinergia entre organizaciones y trazar la hoja de ruta de la red para el prΓ³ximo aΓ±o. |
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Estudio Colaborativo del Recinto de Ciencias MΓ©dicas y el Hospital de CastaΓ±er (Miembro de GROW PR Network) |
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La Alianza impulsa una investigaciΓ³n colaborativa entre el Recinto de Ciencias MΓ©dicas (RCM) y el Hospital General CastaΓ±er, diseΓ±ada para transformar la atenciΓ³n clΓnica en adultos mayores de zonas rurales. El estudio integra el uso de la farmacogenΓ³mica βel anΓ‘lisis de cΓ³mo la genΓ©tica individual influye en la eficacia de los fΓ‘rmacosβ junto con la telefarmacia, buscando superar las barreras geogrΓ‘ficas y optimizar el bienestar de esta poblaciΓ³n. |
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Community Health and Research Council (El Consejo)
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Buscamos personas interesadas en participar activamente y aportar a la toma de decisiones colectivas.
El Consejo es un espacio colaborativo que integra academia, gobierno, organizaciones comunitarias, sistemas de salud y liderato local para fortalecer la participaciΓ³n y orientar iniciativas de investigaciΓ³n con impacto en Puerto Rico.
Aporta tu voz
ΒΏTe interesa formar parte de El Consejo? |
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Para quienes deseen conocer mΓ‘s detalles sobre las lΓneas de trabajo, objetivos y equipo que apoyan las iniciativas actuales de la COE/ GROW, hemos puesto a disposiciΓ³n un documento informativo completo.
π Accede al documento aquΓ |
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We are delighted to share the Call for Abstracts, inviting faculty, staff, and students to attend the SJB 10th Interdisciplinary Research Symposium on Thursday, April 16, 2026, in the afternoon at San Juan Bautista School of Medicine's institutional facilities. We continue our aim to integrate multiple academic levels, disciplines, and institutions to discuss basic sciences, clinical research, case reports, and behavioral and community research findings, advancing knowledge and collaborations for better health. |
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The Symposium consists of a Plenary Session and scientific poster presentations. The theme of the plenary session is "Bridging Science and Society: Community-Driven Research for a Healthier Puerto Rico. " As in previous symposia, we aim to present perspectives from different disciplines. |
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The Deadline to submit ABSTRACTS is February 22, 2026, no later than 11:59 pm. |
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ISCORE January 2026 Newsletter |
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Discover highlights from the ISCORE-RC Clinical Research Coordinator Development Program, featuring a participant spotlight, key insights on quality assurance in clinical research coordination, and a celebration of successful program completion. |
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We are pleased to share the article βInfluenza: una alerta que no podemos ignorar,β published in El Nuevo DΓa and written by Dr. JosΓ© Orlando RodrΓguez Ramos, Medical Director of Hospital General de CastaΓ±er and an active member of the GROW PR Network. The article offers a timely perspective on influenza, emphasizing the importance of awareness, prevention, and informed decision-making based on clinical experience. |
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This feature reflects our ongoing collaboration and shared commitment through our partnership agreements |
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Letβs showcase our progress together, cite the Alliance support with the Award Number 2P50GM133807 |
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