Improving cardiovascular research and mentoring programs
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of Nebraska Omaha · NIH-11035247 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving heart-related research and technology by helping new researchers and planning better ways to create new treatments and devices, which could eventually lead to better care for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nebraska Omaha NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Omaha, United States) |
| Project start | February 15, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,064,508 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM152301-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11035247 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with cardiovascular diseases who may eventually receive enhanced treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cardiovascular conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the organizational and scientific management of the Center for Cardiovascular Research in Biomechanics. It aims to develop better cardiovascular materials and devices through a structured approach that includes mentoring junior faculty and supporting research projects. The initiative will implement a comprehensive evaluation and strategic planning to ensure the center's sustainability and effectiveness in advancing cardiovascular research. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved treatments and technologies developed as a result of this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of innovative cardiovascular materials and devices that improve patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on improving cardiovascular materials and mentoring programs have shown promise, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Nebraska Omaha
Omaha, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kamenskiy, Alexey — University of Nebraska Omaha
- Study coordinator: Kamenskiy, Alexey
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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.