ACTIVE COHORTS

Active Research Cohorts

Each cohort pairs a small group of applicants with an NYU faculty anchor and a matched US Resident PI to co-author a PubMed-indexed publication. Seats are strictly limited.

Cardiology / Internal MedicineFull

SMAK × New York University International Research Cohort

A 12-week intensive publication pipeline. Master SRMA fundamentals during a 7-day bootcamp, pair directly with active NYU residents, and co-author a paper for submission to PubMed-indexed journals.

EligibilityMBBS Students / Interns / USMLE Aspirants Starts August 15, 2026 12 Weeks (incl. 7-Day Intensive Bootcamp) 1 PubMed-indexed publication
US-Backed Credibility
US Program Directors value international research over generic local papers. Co-authoring with active US faculty gives your CV a high-quality stamp.
Elective & Mentorship Pathways
Build rapport with US attendings — opening the door to high-yield Letters of Recommendation (LORs) and direct US clinical opportunities.
Dr. Ali Akram Khan
Faculty Anchor
Dr. Ali Akram Khan
Structural Interventional Cardiologist, New York University
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Resident PI
Active NYU Residents
United States
COHORT FULL — JOIN WAITLIST6/6
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Oncology Cohort - 1Full

US SMAK - ONCOLOGY COHORT

The SMAK × USA Oncology Research Cohort 2026 is a mentored research program for medical students and young clinicians, led by Dr. Vashudevan Mittal (Detroit Medical Center, Sinai Grace Hospital, USA), with research mentorship from Dr. Irfanul Azees, Assistant Professor of Community Medicine. The cohort includes a 6-Day Research Bootcamp, weekly US research meetings, dedicated biostatistics support, abstract preparation, conference submission support, and manuscript development, targeting ASCO and SGIM and an indexed-journal publication pathway. Goal: Transform aspiring researchers into confident contributors to meaningful oncology research. Program Fee: ₹9,999

EligibilityMBBS / Interns / BDS Starts 19th October, 2026 7 Day Bootcamp + 8 - 12 weeks of research 1 Publication ready
US Research Leadership — Guidance from Dr. Vashudevan Mittal, Detroit Medical Center, Sinai Grace Hospital, USA.
Expert Research Mentorship — Mentorship from Dr. Irfanul Azees, Detroit Medical Center, Sinai Grace Hospital, USA.
International Conference Exposure — Abstract preparation and submission support targeting ASCO / SGIM.
Publication Opportunity — Full manuscript development for submission to an indexed journal.
6-Day Research Bootcamp — Hands-on training in research methodology and scientific writing.
Dedicated Biostatistics Support — Assistance with statistical analysis and interpretation.
Weekly US Research Meetings — Structured discussions and research progress reviews.
CV & Academic Profile Development — Build practical research experience and strengthen your academic portfolio.
Dr. Vashudevan Mittal
Faculty Anchor
Dr. Vashudevan Mittal
Detroit Medical Center, Sinai Grace Hospital, USA
Dr. Irfanul Azees
Resident PI
Dr. Irfanul Azees
Detroit Medical Center, Sinai Grace Hospital, USA
COHORT FULL — JOIN WAITLIST6/6
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THE JOURNEY

Three Steps to Publication

01

7-Day Intensive Bootcamp

Master the core fundamentals of systematic reviews and data extraction.

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NYU Resident Match

Get assigned directly to an active US Resident working in your field of interest.

03

PubMed-Indexed Publication

Execute the dataset and co-author a paper submitted to international journals based on ICMJE Guidelines.

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Apply to Unlock Your Slot

Submit your details and a SMAK Cohort Coordinator will reach out privately to confirm your slot and next steps.

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