There are multiple definitions:

1. Center for Clinical and Translational Science and Training(English)

   • mission is to accelerate the development, dissemination, and implementation of innovative biomedical research discoveries that drive improvements in health and health care delivery
   • Translational research
   • https://www.cctst.org/aboutcctst

2. California Critical Thinking Skills Test(English)

   • a significant predictor for clerkship and practice-related courses
   • NAPLEX, PCAT, PCOA, APPE, GPA, HSRT
   • Education
   • https://doi.org…ptl.2018.07.013