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State Positions

AMSNY advocates for New York State support for academic medicine, including support for medical education and the physician workforce, and investments in biomedical research

Empire Biomedical Research Institute (EBRI)

Biomedical research is a critical driver of New York State’s economy and its advances in healthcare.

The Empire Biomedical Research Institute (EBRI) would establish a state-supported funding mechanism to advance scientific discovery, healthcare delivery and economic resilience.

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Policy Positions

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Advance access to medical education and support biomedical research through AMSNY programs and scholarships

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