EHA-ASH Translational Research Training in Hematology (TRTH) program 

EHA-ASH Translational Research Training in Hematology (TRTH) is an intensive, week-long course held in the spring (the Spring Course) followed by year-long mentoring interaction with experts in the field.

TRTH is intended for trainees and junior faculty engaged in laboratory-based translational and basic science research. Trainees and faculty holding MDs, MD/PhDs, biomedical PhDs, or pharmacy PharmDs (or equivalents) are encouraged to apply.

TRTH program

During the Spring Course, mornings are dedicated to research seminar-style interactive sessions on translational and basic science research methodology, cutting-edge technology, and career development. Afternoons are devoted to small group sessions in which participants meet with their TRTH mentors, peers, and faculty to refine their individual research proposals and hone their scientific presentation and communication skills. Informal presentations by leaders in hematology, designed to illustrate the variety of pathways to a successful career in blood-related, lab-based research, take place in the evenings. After this initial course, follow-up mentoring meetings occur throughout the year at the annual EHA and ASH meetings.

Spring Course

The Spring Course includes the following main components:

Participants will discuss methodologies for designing and executing clinical research studies with laboratory correlatives. Topics include stem cell research, animal models, live cell and in vivo imaging, flow cytometry, cell therapy, cell and biobanking, clinical trial design, principles of bioinformatics, molecular pathogenesis (including genetics, gene editing and epigenetics), pharmacogenomics, diagnostics and biomarkers, and identification of molecular targets.

Discussions focus on ethical and regulatory issues in Europe and North America related to translational and basic science research. Topics include good clinical practice, quality care assurance, good manufacturing practice, relationships with the pharmaceutical and biotech industry, and intellectual property.

Career retrospectives are provided from leading hematologists with broad experience in translational and basic science research. Hematology pioneers speak about their personal and career challenges and successes as well as maintaining a work-life balance.

These daily sessions enable participants to refine their research projects with each other and faculty. The sessions allow participants to forge bonds for collaboration and in-depth improvements of their research proposals.

The course begins with participants sharing their initial research proposals. On the final day of the program, they present updated proposals that reflect the adjustments made during the week.

Follow-up meetings

The follow-up meetings provide additional opportunities for TRTH participants to refine their research proposals and to interact with mentors and peers. These follow-up meetings will be held at EHA Congress and ASH Annual Meeting in the same year.

Learning objectives

TRTH offers trainees the opportunity to:

  • Discuss the principles of translational and basic science research design and execution.
  • Recognize the ethical and regulatory issues of translational and basic science research.
  • Examine the fundamentals of competitive grant writing, abstract presentation, and manuscript preparation.
  • Improve the quality of research proposals through input from faculty and peers.
  • Formulate strategies for pursuing and developing a successful career in hematology and blood-related research.
  • Discuss approaches to forming and sustaining a multi-disciplinary translational and basic science research team.
  • Practice preparing research results and efficiently presenting it to diverse audiences.
  • Network and develop relationships with other participants to facilitate future collaboration.
  • Develop relationships with leaders in translational, basic science, and clinical research who can enhance professional networking opportunities.

Eligibility requirements and restrictions:

Candidate eligibility, career stage, project eligibility and other related information can be found on the eligibility requirements and restrictions page.

Application Process

TRTH has a two-step application process, which begins with the submission of a letter of intent (LOI). Only those who meet the LOI requirements and pass the first selection will be invited to submit a full application for which details will be communicated.

To view detailed application requirements and begin the application process, visit the application page.

TRTH 2027 timeline

  • Application Open: April 16, 2026
  • Deadline for LOI submission: June 18, 2026
  • Invitation for Full Application: 1st week of August 2026
  • Deadline for Full Application submission: September 3, 2026

Notifications of acceptance or decline will be sent during the first week of December.

Terms, conditions and costs

There is no registration or application fee for TRTH. However, by applying, applicants agree to participate in all three components of the program, and to respond to all follow-up surveys.

Economy class airfare/train, accommodation and meals during the Spring Course and follow up meetings are arranged and covered by the program. Selected candidates will be contacted by the EHA office and detailed information will be communicated in due time.

Participants are responsible for arranging their own visas and ensuring they have valid travel documents. Participants are responsible for the cost of transfers from their home to/from the airport/train station in their country of residency.

Questions?

For more information, please contact [email protected].

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