A New Hub for Liver Research Tackles Its First Investigations
Mount Sinai's newly launched Institute for Liver Research has funded its first two pilot projects, chosen from among 11 applications submitted by basic, translational, or clinical research teams, and awarded one-year grants of $30,000 each in hopes of generating preliminary data sufficient to stimulate broader funding and research collaborations. One project focuses on genomics and genetic sequencing of patients to determine how many and which abnormalities are linked to liver disease, while the other proposes to develop a lipid nanoparticle platform for hepatic stellate cell-specific drug delivery.
Mount Sinai's Institute for Liver Research has initiated its first funding round, awarding two pilot projects with $30,000 each. These projects aim to enhance understanding of liver disease through innovative research approaches. One study will explore genomics to identify genetic abnormalities associated with liver conditions, while another will develop a targeted drug delivery system using lipid nanoparticles to treat hepatic stellate cells. This initiative highlights the Institute's commitment to advancing liver research and fostering collaboration in the medical community.
Mount Sinai's Institute for Liver Research has initiated its first funding round, awarding two pilot projects with $30,000 each. These projects aim to enhance understanding of liver disease through innovative research approaches. One study will explore genomics to identify genetic abnormalities associated with liver conditions, while another will develop a targeted drug delivery system using lipid nanoparticles to treat hepatic stellate cells. This initiative highlights the Institute's commitment to advancing liver research and fostering collaboration in the medical community.
1. Mount Sinai's Institute for Liver Research launches funding. 2. Two pilot projects receive $30,000 each. 3. Focus on genomics to identify liver disease abnormalities. 4. Development of lipid nanoparticle drug delivery system. 5. Total of 11 applications submitted for funding. 6. Aims to generate preliminary data for additional research collaborations.
