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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Progress and promise: The Alzheimer’s research landscape
Smith Alzheimer's Center executive director discusses the pursuit of a cure
In the last decade, Alzheimer’s disease research has gained significant momentum. Scientists are uncovering how lifestyle factors influence risk, improving blood-based biomarker testing for earlier and less invasive diagnosis, and advancing treatment options that slow disease progression.
SIU earns elite Research 1 status in national rankings
This milestone reflects the combined academic strength of the SIU campuses in Springfield and Carbondale and affirms the university’s national leadership in discovery and innovation.
SIU Graduate Students Inspire Future Scientists at Brain Awareness Day
When it comes to anatomy, everyone has a favorite part. Each year, graduate students from the SIU School of Medicine’s Neuroscience and Pharmacology concentration show some love to their top choice
Dr. Erin Hascup discusses Alzheimer's research, 'Illuminate the Night' on AM Springfield
Smith Alzheimer's Center executive director Erin Hascup, PhD, joined AM Springfield to discuss the prevalence of Alzheimer's, an update to the Center's activities, the current state of research, as
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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.