Precision Medicine and Genomics
Informatics
Fundamentals of Basic Science Discovery
Basic science research is critical to the mission of UAB Heersink School of Medicine to improve health. Fundamental discovery science research serves this mission even if there is no immediate translational potential. Fundamental scientific research is scientific capital and illuminates the path for future translation.
Inflammation, Infection and Immunity
Population Health, Health Disparities and Outcomes Effectiveness Research
Outcomes and effectiveness research compares different diagnostic and treatment approaches and tests those methods to improve care delivery and patient outcomes. Health disparities research investigates different biological, social determinants, healthcare use, and outcomes between general population and groups who experience obstacles to health. Population health research uses observational and interventional studies to understand delivery and reimbursement models of healthcare.