Building the next generation of clinician scientists, innovators, and leaders

The Center for Nursing Research and Innovation (CNRI) offers a nationally recognized portfolio of interdisciplinary training programs for learners across nursing, medicine, and related health professions. These programs serve undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, graduate, medical, DNP, and PhD students, providing structured pathways to gain experience in various methods of systematic inquiry, clinical research, and evidence-based practice to advance equitable care and outcomes for all.

Across all offerings, the CNRI integrates high-quality didactics, mentored research immersion, and real-world clinical exposure to prepare emerging professionals to address the complex health challenges of the 21st century. Supported by the American Heart Association (AHA), the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), and the Betty Irene Moore Fellowship for Nurse Leaders and Innovators, these programs strengthen the interdisciplinary pipeline and expand access to transformative research and training opportunities nationwide.

Flagship Training Programs

The CNRI’s signature programs are designed to provide a rigorous, immersive research experience tailored to different stages of the nursing and health professions pipeline.

Translational Research and Implementation Science for Nurses (TRAIN) Program

Funded by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), R25HL161579; MPI Souffront & Cohen

Mount Sinai’s Translational Research and Implementation Science for Nurses (TRAIN) Program is a 12-week funded fellowship opportunity for Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) students from disadvantaged backgrounds to develop expertise in translating research into clinical practice. This NHLBI-sponsored program combines collaborative, multidisciplinary, and multispecialty classroom education with hands-on research experience mentored by experts in the fields of health disparities, hypertension, and other clinical topics central to the mission of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Learn more and apply.

Learning in Virtual Environments Summer Program

Funded by the American Heart Association, 25IAUST1410791; PI Souffront

The Learning in Virtual Environments (LIVE) Summer Program is a ten-week paid research experience for undergraduate nursing students from accredited institutions with limited access to research opportunities. The program provides research experience, mentorship, and resources to help students explore future roles in cardiovascular nursing science. Learn more and apply.

Interdisciplinary Collaborative Research (iCORE) Training Program

Funded by the Betty Irene Moore Fellowship for Nurse Leaders and Innovators, 9048; PI Souffront

The Interdisciplinary Collaborative Research (iCORE) Training Program is a nine-week summer program that provides hands-on and classroom research training for undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, graduate, and medical students. The iCORE program is a collaborative effort between the Institute for Health Equity Research, the Department of Emergency Medicine, and the CNRI. The program runs from June to early August and offers a unique opportunity for students to gain valuable research skills and clinical experience in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment. Learn more and apply.

Additional Training Pathways

The CNRI also offers targeted training on a rolling basis that complements and extends our flagship programs.

Structured Research Residency Opportunities for Nursing PhD Candidates

The CNRI provides opportunities for nursing PhD candidates to complete required residency or practicum hours through supervised research engagement. Participation requires an approved agreement between the student’s academic institution and a nursing education department within the Mount Sinai Health System. Contact us to learn more.

On-Demand Training and Skill-Building Opportunities

To support learners across nursing, medicine, and related health professions, the CNRI maintains a growing video library of brief, high-impact training modules. These on-demand videos offer flexible, practical guidance that helps students and clinicians build the skills needed to engage in inquiry, conduct research, and advance health equity—anytime, anywhere.

The CNRI’s On-Demand Video Library includes:

• How to Frame Your Evidence Based Practice Question
• Critical Appraisal of the Literature
• How to Conduct a Literature Review for Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice
• Written and Oral Abstracts
• Tips and Tricks for Abstracts
• Overview of Study Designs:  Quantitative Research (Part I)