The University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine seeks to advance biomedical science through interdisciplinary collaboration. We are committed to accelerating our environment where outstanding science thrives.

Research is central to our mission as an academic health system. Research discoveries not only improve patient care, but also create opportunities to attract outstanding faculty, educate the next generation of physician-scientists, and strengthen the institution's national reputation.

Our new research strategy reflects our commitment to creating an environment where outstanding science can thrive.

Through intentional investments in people, collaboration, infrastructure, and interdisciplinary opportunities for discovery, we are strengthening the foundation needed for research breakthroughs that improve health for communities in Iowa and around the world.

280+

research labs

35+

research centers and institutes

40+

core facilities and service units

Extramural Funding by Source

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#25

National NIH funding ranking among public medical schools

Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research

#49

Overall national NIH funding ranking

Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research

National Research Rankings

Tier 2

U.S. News & World Report

241

NIH Grants

674

Patents and Inventions

519,621

Square feet of research space