The CTSI can help investigators present their research to the community and colleagues in plain language. By improving the delivery of research studies and results in easy-to-consume language, researchers become better partners to the community and improve health and health literacy for all. To learn more about the CTSI Plain Language Project, or to schedule a consultation, please contact our team at plainlanguage@buffalo.edu.

Resources:

• Readability Tip Sheet

• Open Research Office Session on Plain Language: Slides and Video

• The CTSI Community Perspectives on Communicating in Plain Language primer, developed by the CTSI Community Engagement Core, is designed to help researchers connect with individuals and communities using plain language. Learn more and request a copy here.

The University at Buffalo offers easily customizable research study templates for recruitment. Click here to access these materials.

University at Buffalo Master Brand logos, marks, and graphics are available for download. Style guides and tip sheets are available here. 

UB researchers interested in social media recruitment can utilize the services of UB’s media buying vendor, Fahlgren Mortine. This marketing and communications agency will work with research teams in media planning, buying, placement, management of assets, and support of the media buys. Information on Fahlgren Mortine and its services can be found on the University Services media buying website.

Search these websites for no-cost, royalty-free images to use in study advertisements.