Cardiovascular Research Institute

The Cardiovascular Research Institute is dedicated to fundamental and translational research that recognizes a central truth: the cardiovascular system does not exist in isolation, but functions as an integral component of interconnected biological systems that profoundly influence one another. The Cardiovascular Research Institute embraces this complexity, working alongside Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital to prevent, understand, and treat cardiovascular disease through rigorous scientific inquiry and clinical collaboration.

Scientific progress depends on community. At the Cardiovascular Research Institute, we are committed to building strong partnerships with researchers across the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, with other cardiovascular institutes in New York, and with national and international organizations. The complexity of cardiovascular science demands collaboration with experts in genetics, immunology, metabolism, endocrinology, and other disciplines. Understanding inter-organ communication requires us to reach beyond traditional boundaries, investing in emerging technologies and cultivating relationships that produce work of both scientific and clinical significance.

We must also bridge the gap between academic discovery and clinical application. Accelerating the translation of intellectual property into marketplace innovations—and accessible therapies—requires strategic partnerships with industry. Through collaboration with Mount Sinai Innovation Partners, we leverage expertise and resources to bring promising ideas from the laboratory to the clinic, where they can transform patient care.

Equally important is our commitment to mentoring the next generation of physician-scientists. While discipline and rigor remain essential, we must also nurture creativity and a genuine love of discovery that drives innovation. Creativity thrives in environments characterized by infectious enthusiasm and positive energy.

It is this spirit of enthusiasm, collaboration, and scientific excellence that defines the Cardiovascular Research Institute as we build upon Mount Sinai's legacy and advance toward new frontiers in cardiovascular research.

Filip K. Swirski, PhD
Director, Cardiovascular Research Institute
Arthur and Janet C. Ross Professor of Medicine (Cardiology)
Professor of Diagnostic, Molecular, and Interventional Radiology
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai