A program to inspire medical students to pursue cancer research.
Official title: TCI Mentored Medical Student Summer Scholars (TCI-MMSSS) Program
Funded at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai · NIH-10889119 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program gives medical students a chance to dive into cancer research for 15 weeks, working with mentors and learning about different aspects of cancer to inspire them to pursue careers in this important field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | July 17, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $97,027 |
| NIH project number | 5R25CA281789-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10889119 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are motivated medical students interested in pursuing a career in cancer research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not medical students or who are not interested in a research career may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
The Tisch Cancer Institute Mentored Medical Student Summer Scholars Program offers a structured 15-week experience for medical students to engage in cancer research. Participants will work closely with experienced mentors and take part in interactive curricular activities designed to enhance their understanding of cancer research. The program aims to cultivate a new generation of researchers by providing hands-on experience and education in various aspects of cancer, including immunology, mechanisms, clinical investigations, and prevention. This initiative builds on a successful pilot program that has already encouraged many students to continue their research careers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly increase the number of medical professionals dedicated to cancer research, ultimately leading to advancements in cancer treatment and prevention.
How similar studies have gone: Similar mentorship programs in medical education have shown success in fostering research careers among students, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gabrilove, Janice L — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Gabrilove, Janice L
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.