Office of Research Resources
A key research resource is the School of Nursing ’s Office of Research Resources. This office provides resources to assist faculty and doctoral students who are preparing applications for external research funding, including assistance with grant preparation, statistical assistance, research design, analysis, budget planning, and peer review of draft proposals. It also monitors School-wide patterns in grant submissions and receipt of funding.
Office of Research Resources Staff
Associate Dean for Research
Elaine Larson, RN, PhD, FAAN, CIC
617 West 168th Street, Room 330
(212)-305-0723
Dr. Larson provides input regarding study conceptualization and design, assists faculty in identifying researchable and
potentially fundable topics, critically reviews and provides input regarding study prospectus and proposal drafts, and assists
with identifying resource needs for inclusion in the school’s budget. Dr. Larson is Director of the Center
for Interdisciplinary Research on Antimicrobial Resistance.
Director of Research Resources
Kristine M. Kulage, MA
617 West 168th Street, Room 341
(212) 305-5495
Ms. Kulage oversees the daily operations of the Office, providing assistance to faculty and doctoral students in applying for
research funding, including budget preparation, grant submission, communicating with the Office of Grants and Contracts, award
set-up, and recruiting and supervising research staff. Ms. Kulage also serves as web designer for the
Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Antimicrobial Resistance .
Director of Finance 
Ruth Torres, EMPA
617 West 168th Street, Room 114
212-305-3052
Ms. Torres manages day to day operations within the Office of Finance including problem solving and implementation of standards and procedures to improve workflow and simplify reporting. Ms. Torres works closely with faculty and staff to ensure that their daily business activities are in compliance with contractual, university, and federal guidelines. She manages all aspects of post-award administration. Additionally, Ms. Torres serves as primary effort reporting coordinator.
Biostatistician
Haomiao Jia, PhD
617 West 168th Street, Room 354
212-305-6929
Dr. Jia provides statistical assistance to faculty and doctoral students to assist with research projects and grant applications. Dr. Jia can be contacted directly via e-mail for an appointment to engage him in consultation or collaboration for research. Doctoral students must secure permission of their advisor prior to meeting with Dr. Jia.
General Inquiries
617 West 168th St.
Suite 341
New York, NY 10032
Phone: (212) 305-5495
Fax: (212) 305-6937
