ICTR January 2021 Newsletter                            
As we close out 2020, we wish to acknowledge the many faculty and staff who kept the ICTR’s wheels moving to support Einstein-Montefiore’s research. Many of the CTSA core directors and managers also contributed immensely to the Covid response, and continue to expand the impact of clinical and translational science on the pandemic.
Thank you!
In This Issue

  • January 5 deadline: Pilot Projects targeting Health Disparities
  • Research Community News and Updates
CTSA Pilot Projects Aimed at Health Disparities—Deadline approaching
The ICTR invites faculty to apply for Catalytic Seed Grants for research projects to generate preliminary data for extramural funding applications about health equity and health disparities. Proposals are due by COB on Monday, January 4, 2021 and should be emailed as a single PDF document to elizabeth.castro@einsteinmed.org. For more information, click here. All questions concerning this program can be directed to Ms. Elizabeth Castro by email or phone (work: 718-920-5126 or cell: 845-494-5066).
Research Community News and Updates
Einstein Women in Science Day
The second annual Women in Science Day will be held virtually on February 11th 2021 from 12-5pm, hosted by the Women's Networking Group. The event will feature workshops, a keynote speaker, and panelists while highlighting the achievements of women on our campus, promote productive conversations, and form a larger network of women scientists. To learn more or register for this free event, click here.
Diabetes Research Center Microgrant Awards: Deadline January 18
The Einstein- Mount Sinai Diabetes Research Center is requesting applications for microgrant awards that will provide up to $10,000 for use of the newly established Immuno-Technology Core (ITC). A detailed description of ITC services can be found here. The DRC anticipates funding up to 3 applications. The deadline for grant applications is January 18th 2021. For more information, click here.
Liver Center Core Pilot and Feasibility Awards: Deadline January 31
The Joint Liver Research Center of Einstein and Mount Sinai has funds available to support two new Pilot and Feasibility Studies in the next fiscal year (Feb 1, 2021 – January 31, 2022), to enhance plans to submit a joint NIDDK Liver Center Core Grant in June 2021. These awards are funded for one year and may be renewable for a second year depending on suitable progress and the outcome of the NIDDK submission. Studies that are translational in nature and involve collaboration between investigators at Einstein and Mount Sinai are required. Strong preference will be given to junior investigators (Instructors or Assistant Professors). The deadline for the Letter of Intent is December 15th and selected proposals will be invited for full submission due by January 15th 2021. For more information, please contact Leslie Costa by email or phone: (718) 430-3289.
Research in the Headlines
Funding Opportunities
Harold and Muriel Block Institute for Clinical and Translational Research
http://www.einsteinmed.org/centers/ictr/