Medical research is core to UW Medicine's mission to improve the health of all people. Academic medical center research is essential for improving quality of life for everyone. It offers hope to those in need, generates job opportunities and drives economic growth in our communities.
"It might be surprising to many people that most of the innovation doesn’t actually happen in the big companies; it happens at universities. The universities also train the workforce for the biotech and pharmaceutical companies."
- David Baker, a professor of biochemistry at UW School of Medicine and 2024 Nobel Laureate
At UW Medicine, we understand the challenges faced by those affected by serious health conditions. With one of the largest medical research programs globally, we are dedicated to empowering our scientists to make significant strides in knowledge and health innovations through groundbreaking discoveries. The UW School of Medicine's research community fosters meaningful collaborations with thousands of colleagues both nationally and around the world. Collective efforts lead to better outcomes for everyone.
One researcher helped redesign the helmet to better protect the brain, focusing on the rotational forces that play a major role in concussions. The new helmet design is now worn everywhere from the Super Bowl to youth football fields.
Doctors have said for centuries that exercise is the best medicine and now UW Medicine researchers have developed an app that helps doctors to recommend activity.
Jennifer Garrovillas joined a UW study that focused on using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) strategies to help MS patients manage fatigue.
Researchers at the Eichler Lab are working to better understand the full human genome and have already identified genetic contributors linked to some neurodevelopmental conditions.
How Nick Popp, a MD-PhD student with Hemophilia, made a genetic research breakthrough for his own rare genetic disorder.
A resourceful daughter discovered more up-to-date treatment options for her mother’s breast cancer with the help of UW Medicine researchers.
Researchers developed a groundbreaking spinal cord stimulation device that restores arm and hand function in patients with paralysis.
Researchers are developing a vaccine to prevent breast cancer, with the goal of making it a reality within the next decade.
After a traumatic brain injury, Bobbi‑Jo Marlin found hope and a path to recovery through a research study.
Our research delivers meaningful, real-world impact every day. In this video, you’ll meet a music lover who’s rediscovering his rhythm after participating in a spinal cord treatment study, and a breast cancer survivor who credits a vaccine trial for giving her more precious time with her family.
Our researchers work passionately across 31 academic departments, from anesthesiology to urology. We are united in our commitment to fighting Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, diabetes, genetic disorders, heart disease, infections, multiple sclerosis, strokes, vision loss and other challenges that lead to disability and premature death. Together, we strive to bring hope and healing to those who need it most.
His groundbreaking work in protein design has the potential to solve challenges in medicine, energy and technology.
She revolutionized genetic research. Without it, we would not understand the BRCA1 gene’s link to breast and ovarian cancer.
His research on quorum sensing uncovered how bacteria communicate, paving the way for innovative infection therapies.
UW Medicine researchers explain how research funding fuels groundbreaking medical advances that improve lives worldwide, while also giving hope to patients and families who look to science for future breakthroughs.
"Slashing NIH and other federal funds will reverberate throughout not only the health and well-being of local communities, but across the local economy that will last for years and will be difficult to reverse once set in motion."
- Bianca K. Frogner, director of the Center for Health Workforce Studies and professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the UW School of Medicine.
Patients experience delays in cures, treatments and the benefits of medical progress. Some will even die.
Patients lose access to life-saving trials and progress stalls on critical treatments.
Aspiring scientists and physicians face barriers to hands-on training, limiting the next generation of innovators.
Scientific labs shut down, leading to unemployment for researchers, staff and students.
Talented researchers leave the U.S., weakening our scientific pipeline and leadership in innovation.
Delays in developing new vaccines, treatments and prevention strategies for infectious diseases and preventable illness, leaving communities more vulnerable to outbreaks and global health threats.
Your generous support during these uncertain times can help protect UW Medicine’s mission to improve the health of the public through exceptional care, groundbreaking research and training tomorrow’s healthcare leaders. Learn more about how you can make a lifesaving difference.
