Research Impact
Healthy Communities
Our researchers are pioneering studies and contributing to national efforts that take on conditions, diseases, and other threats to a long, healthy life.
New drug gave toddler advantage against leukemia
A family received an extra dose of hope when Golisano Children’s Hospital enrolled their 18-month-old in a clinical trial for a cutting-edge treatment.
Wilmot boosts blood cancer survival
Research led by Wilmot Cancer Institute finds new approach to treating advanced Hodgkin lymphoma raised patient survival rate 92 percent.
Rochester behind a gene therapy revolution
Decades-long leadership in neuromuscular research started with the identification of a rare form of muscular dystrophy.
Five years later, novel cancer therapy still tops
Wilmot Cancer Institute finds that patients with colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver fare better with a liver transplant.
This way to better brain surgery outcomes
The Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience’s Program for Translational Brain Mapping promises more precise surgery and enhanced insight.
Child maltreatment studies get big lift
Mt. Hope Family Center receives prestigious NIH award for center committed to preventing and addressing child abuse and neglect.
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Sustainable science
We’re developing safer materials, eco-friendly technology, and solving other complex problems by leveraging life itself.
AI for public good
We’re harnessing the profound power of artificial intelligence to assist, improve, and expedite work on important societal issues.
Fusion and energy
We’re advancing science and technologies that can create and hold the power of the sun to strengthen national security and unlock energy independence.
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