Investigating core research capabilities at Mount Sinai
Official title: Core-003
Funded at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai · NIH-11196780 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding new and better ways to help patients by using advanced technology and teamwork, and it invites patients to be a part of creating new treatments and healthcare strategies.
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 | September 23, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $725,770 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CTR004867-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11196780 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would include patients seeking cutting-edge treatments or those interested in contributing to innovative healthcare solutions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions not addressed by the core capabilities being developed may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing core research capabilities at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. It aims to develop and implement innovative methodologies that can improve patient care and outcomes. By leveraging advanced technologies and collaborative approaches, the research seeks to create a more effective research environment that can benefit patients directly. Patients may be involved in various aspects of this initiative, contributing to the development of new treatments and healthcare strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare practices and better treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, similar initiatives at other institutions have shown promise in enhancing research capabilities and patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Himmelfarb, Jonathan — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Himmelfarb, Jonathan
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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.