Research labs
Clinical research aids in the development of new drugs, novel surgical techniques and innovative new devices. Learn more about the research happening in labs at SIU School of Medicine.
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Small dollars, big discoveries
Before patients ever walk through a clinic door, researchers at SIU School of Medicine are asking questions that could shape tomorrow’s care: Why does movement slow with age? What makes hearing fade? How do cells protect themselves from harmful mistakes in DNA?
Summer research internship opportunities at Smith Alzheimer's Center
The Smith Alzheimer’s Center at SIU Medicine is offering up to two lab internship opportunities for undergraduate college students in 2026. Selected students will explore cutting-edge research on Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer’s and cancer experts collaborate to study chemobrain
Research study will explore possible link with cytokine profiles, differences between men and women The Smith Alzheimer’s Center and Simmons Cancer Institute are teaming up to better understand the
Ebru Demir, MSc, PhD: Exploring the brain’s blueprint for connection
SIU research scientist Ebru Demir studies how the brain forms, values and remembers human relationships — and what happens when that process breaks down.
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Clinical Trials
We're always investigating new treatments
SIU Medicine is committed to discovering and advancing health care through research. Clinical research aids in the development of new drugs, novel surgical techniques and innovative new devices. It also helps doctors identify risk factors and new ways to prevent or delay certain diseases.