Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Research:using molecular twin technology-a unique precision medicine and artificial intelligence tool developed at cedars-sinai-cedars-sinai cancer investigators identified biomarkers for predicting pancreatic cancer survival more accurately than current standards of testing. Their research, published in nature cancer, demonstrates the viability of a tool that can be used to study any tumor type and could one day guide and improve treatment for all cancer patients.(see schedule o for continuation)(continued)three new studies by cedars-sinai investigators have deepened its knowledge about the eye-brain connection, which could enable earlier diagnosis of alzheimer's disease-a key factor in developing effective treatments.cedars-sinai guerin children's newly established developmental biology and regenerative pediatrics center brings together investigators studying cellular processes in development and renewal.cedars-sinai researchers have discovered which brain cells are responsible for the storage of information in short-term memory, which is vital for performing tasks and making decisions. The team also defined the role of these cells in retaining a memory once it is formed, the disruption of which is associated with conditions such as alzheimer's disease and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Understanding how working memory is controlled will be fundamental to developing new treatments for these and other neurological conditions.

Training for physicians and other health professionals:in fiscal year 2024, cedars-sinai's net cost of providing these training programs was $116,985,086. Among cedars-sinai's clinical nurses, 94% have a bsn or higher degree, with 19% having earned master's or doctoral degrees and 81% holding a specialty certification. This year also marks the 30th anniversary of nursing research at cedars-sinai through the geri and richard brawerman (see schedule o for continuation)(continued)nursing institute, which maintains a robust, accredited new-graduate rn residency program. Cedars-sinai is one of only 17 organizations worldwide to achieve six magnet designations for nursing excellence, placing cedars-sinai among an exclusive cohort of less than 1% of hospitals worldwide.cedars-sinai's next generation healthcare pathways inspires, educates, and empowers local high school and college students while creating a pipeline for a healthcare workforce that reflects the community we serve.cedars-sinai's discovery-to-development pipeline translates the cancer biology program's laboratory breakthroughs into clinical treatments and cures. In just five years, the program's team has added to the global anti-cancer knowledge base by generating more than 378 peer-reviewed publications and training the next generation of physician-scientists.cedars-sinai's highly competitive medical training programs comprise 16 residencies and 72 fellowships-including the relaunched pediatric residency training program. Enrollment in cedars-sinai's master's degree programs and phd programs continues to grow. In addition, its continuing medical education program earned joint accreditation with commendation, the highest level attainable.