The History of Clinical Trials Day
Clinical Trials Day, celebrated annually on May 20, recognizes the achievements of clinical research and the dedicated professionals who make it possible. The day commemorates Dr. James Lind’s 1747 study on scurvy, widely regarded as the first randomized clinical trial, which demonstrated the effectiveness of citrus fruits in treating vitamin C deficiency among sailors. More than 250 years later, clinical investigators around the world continue to advance medicine by developing and evaluating innovative treatments for a wide range of health conditions.
Recognizing Our Research Staff
We proudly recognize all our clinical research staff, whose dedication makes hundreds of clinical trials possible across Mount Sinai. Across every stage of research, your expertise, resilience, and teamwork help advance science, uphold the highest standards, and improve patient care. Thank you for all you do to move research forward.
Clinical Trials Day 2026 Celebration at Mount Sinai
On May 29, 2026, Mount Sinai clinical research managers, coordinators, and administrators gathered at the Leon and Norma Hess Center for Science and Medicine to celebrate Clinical Trials Day and the impact of clinical research across the institution. The event brought staff together for team-based activities like Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune, a featured presentation on stress and resilience by Jonathan M. DePierro, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Associate Director of the Center for Stress, Resilience and Personal Growth at Mount Sinai, and an open discussion about the future of research at Mount Sinai hosted by Eric J. Nestler, MD, PhD, Anne and Joel Ehrenkranz Dean of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Chief Scientific Officer for the Mount Sinai Health System.
Congratulations to the winning teams of Jeopardy (left) and Wheel of Fortune (right)! (Photo Credits: Michelle Wong)
Jonathan M. DePierro, PhD, presented on stressors affecting the research community, including common thinking errors, anxiety, and the cycle of perceived inadequacy, and shared practical coping strategies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and breathing exercises, to promote resilience and well-being. (Photo Credit: Chitra Hindnavis)
Eric J. Nestler, MD, PhD, led an open discussion on the Mount Sinai research environment, addressing attendee questions and sharing updates on future program and research initiatives. (Photo Credit: Michelle Wong)
We look forward to celebrating Clinical Trials Day with you again in 2027 and continuing to recognize the outstanding work of our clinical research community!
