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Welcome to the latest from The Lundquist Institute, where scientific discovery meets real-world impact. Explore stories that highlight how our research, supporters, and community are shaping the future of biomedical innovation and advances in human health.

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Bridgette Blebu, PhD, Earns R34 Grant to Tackle a Leading Cause of Maternal Risk

Bridgette Blebu, PhD, Earns R34 Grant to Tackle a Leading Cause of Maternal Risk

Research

September 8, 2026

A Better Path to Parenthood: Dr. Peter Liu Leads Global Call for More Equitable Reproductive Healthcare

Research

October 19, 2026

When Pregnancy Strains the Heart: Searching Our DNA for Answers on Heart Failure

Research

October 12, 2026

Watching the Body Change: How Tracking Proteins Over Time Reveals Hidden Clues to Diabetes

Research

October 6, 2026

Dr. Rehan from The Lundquist Institute Wants Everyone to Breathe Easier from the Very Beginning

Research

October 5, 2026

The Lundquist Institute Welcomes Pamela Collingwood, Esq., as Chief Legal and Intellectual Property Officer

Leadership

September 30, 2026

Research Stories

Stay up to date on pioneering breakthroughs from our investigators. From bench to bedside, our research drives innovation that transforms patient care and public health

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A Better Path to Parenthood: Dr. Peter Liu Leads Global Call for More Equitable Reproductive Healthcare

October 19, 2026

Middle age woman in a lab wearing a white coat

When Pregnancy Strains the Heart: Searching Our DNA for Answers on Heart Failure

October 12, 2026

Watching the Body Change: How Tracking Proteins Over Time Reveals Hidden Clues to Diabetes

October 6, 2026

Dr. Rehan from The Lundquist Institute Wants Everyone to Breathe Easier from the Very Beginning

October 5, 2026

Bridgette Blebu, PhD, Earns R34 Grant to Tackle a Leading Cause of Maternal Risk

September 8, 2026

Dr. Timothy Hatlen Contributes to Positive Phase 3 Hepatitis C Trial Results

September 2, 2026

Dr. Suvasini Lakshmanan Receives $98,746 American Heart Association Research Award

August 19, 2026

U.S. Veteran’s Study Advances a More Patient-Centered Approach to Kidney Care

August 18, 2026

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Donor Impact Stories

Our donors are catalysts for change. Learn how their commitment to science accelerates lifesaving discoveries and improves patient health worldwide.

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No Stone Unturned: Max Z’s Relentless Pursuit of what Standard Care Couldn’t Offer

August 18, 2026

Jane and Ajay Mehra

A Faster Future for Medicine

May 13, 2026

Turning Rare Disease Research into Everyday Hope

April 27, 2026

In Memoriam: Dr. Harriet S. Kaplan (1929–2026)

February 24, 2026

From Personal Passion to Strategic Impact: The Lundquist Institute’s Philanthropic Champions

August 5, 2025

A Life of Purpose: Honoring Ginny Bleier’s Legacy at The Lundquist Institute

August 1, 2025

Charting the Future of TLI with CEO Joe W. Ramos, PhD

Join us on Wednesday, May 7 as we celebrate a new chapter for The Lundquist Institute under the leadership of CEO Joe W. Ramos, PhD.

April 24, 2025

Lundquist Institute Investigator Dr. Matt Budoff Receives $1 Million Gift from the Stanley W. Ekstrom Foundation

The Gift Will be Used to Study the Effects of the Anti-Inflammatory Colchicine in People with Coronary Artery Disease

November 22, 2022

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Community Stories

Every breakthrough begins with people. Explore stories of collaboration, outreach, and service that expand opportunity, improve health outcomes, and create lasting impact beyond the laboratory.

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Shaped by Service, Driven by Discovery: Meet Dr. Priya Uppuluri

March 30, 2026

The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation Receives Funding to Strengthen Hospital-Based Violence Prevention Workforce

January 15, 2026

Reframing HIV Prevention Through Community, Trust, and Equity

December 4, 2025

The Lundquist Institute’s Medical-Financial Partnership Awarded $3.42M from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation to Expand Innovative Health and Financial Care Model

November 13, 2025

From Battlefield to Bench: Jeff Chen’s Mission to Heal

November 11, 2025

The Heart of WIC: Marisela Montoya Turns Experience into Empowerment

November 6, 2025

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The Lundquist Institute Awarded $9 Million to Launch Community Care Center of Excellence for Regenerative Medicine

October 30, 2025

From Rural India to Prestigious Medical Institute: How Dr. Rajesh Garg Instills Meaning in Medicine

October 22, 2025

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Education Stories

Through hands-on learning, scientific discovery, and meaningful mentorship, explore how curiosity is nurtured into innovation and the next generation of leaders is empowered to improve human health.

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The Detective Work Behind Clinical Research

August 12, 2026

Sara Qian, 2026 STAR High School Summer Program Student

The Science Behind Setbacks

August 11, 2026

Rethinking Fasted Exercise: What Really Matters for Results

April 16, 2026

Dr. Christian De Virgilio’s Acclaimed Surgical Textbook Reaches Its Third Edition

April 15, 2026

Exploring Allergic Asthma: Nicholas Jendzjowsky, PhD featured on VuMedi

April 10, 2026

The Lundquist Institute Hosts 4th Annual Trainee Symposium, Showcasing the Next Generation of Scientific Discovery

April 2, 2026

Building a Future in Medicine: How High School STAR Program Fellow Bryce Tom Found His Place in Infectious Disease Research

December 17, 2025

A Conversation with Abdullah and Prudencio, TLI’s PhD Program Graduates

October 14, 2025

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Leadership Stories

From organizational announcements and key appointments to strategic updates, learn about our leadership’s ongoing commitment to fostering innovation and positioning the Institution for long-term success in a rapidly evolving industry landscape.

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The Lundquist Institute Welcomes Pamela Collingwood, Esq., as Chief Legal and Intellectual Property Officer

September 30, 2026

Advancing Therapies Through Collaboration: Meet the Leaders of The Lundquist Institute’s Advanced Therapeutics and Biomedical Technologies Innovation Hub

September 17, 2026

Where Infection and Immunity Intersect: Meet the Leaders of the Infectious Diseases and Immunology Innovation Hub

September 17, 2026

Turning Research into Real Outcomes: Meet the Leaders of the Systems Medicine and Precision Prevention Innovation Hub

September 16, 2026

From the Frontlines to Lasting Change: Meet the Leaders of the Translational Science and Population Health Innovation Hub

September 15, 2026

Meredith Johnston Joins The Lundquist Institute as Chief Development Officer

August 27, 2026

A CFO’s Vision for Sustainable Scientific Growth

August 3, 2026

The Lundquist Institute Showcases Global Health Research During Gates Foundation Campus Visit

July 7, 2026

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