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NY A06393
Bill
Status
3/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Crystal Peoples-Stokes
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Center for Transplantation and Immunology Research (CTIR) at the University at Buffalo and Erie County Medical Center to advance kidney transplant longevity through improved understanding of immunology, pathology, and therapeutics
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Research focus areas include the role of B cells in transplantation, progression of renal graft fibrosis, and individualizing immunosuppressive therapy for patients
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Appropriates $227,333.34 annually for three years from the general fund to cover administrative director and lab technician salaries, animal costs, laboratory supplies, and equipment
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Requires an administrative director to coordinate research activities among laboratories and prepare grant applications for extramural funding
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Funds will be administered through the University of Buffalo Foundation Services Inc. with designated administrators at Erie County Medical Center serving as responsible directors
Legislative Description
Establishes a Center for Transplantation and Immunology Research at the University at Buffalo and Erie County Medical Center; provides the mission of the Center for Transportation and Immunology Research is to advance the longevity of kidney organ transplants through improved knowledge of immunology, pathology and therapeutics; grants authorization to apply for grants; makes an appropriation of $227,333.34 each year for three years.
Last Action
referred to higher education
1/7/2026