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Pursue World Class Research Within a Close-Knit Community

Scientists have been making innovative discoveries at the University of Rochester Medical Center since George Hoyt Whipple, first dean of the Medical School and a Nobel Laureate, founded the institution in 1925. You will find that the excitement of discovery continues today in a community of scientists and clinicians working to improve world health.

The University of Rochester Medical Center offers many training opportunities for you to extend your research and enhance your knowledge and experience. Here you will know faculty and peers by name and you will work together based on interest and opportunity.

Research at URMC

Recognized as a leading research institution, the School of Medicine and Dentistry is ranked #29 by US News and World Report. The University of Rochester’s NIH ranking is #34.

  • During our last fiscal year, research faculty attracted external funding totaling approximately $316 million.
  • Our scientists rank among the top in the nation in several disciplines; top-15 rankings in NIH funding have been achieved in neurology, neurosurgery, obstetrics and gynecology, oral biology, pharmacology and physiology, public health and preventive medicine, and musculoskeletal research.
  • View a snapshot of our postdoctoral appointees
postdoc researcher in lab peering through microscope

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March 18, 2024
The New Issue of Opportunities to Explore is Out Now!

February 26, 2024
Ian Krout ’22M (PhD) on Honing Your Skills Beyond Research

February 8, 2024
Research Update from Steve Dewhurst

November 30, 2023
Kaisha Gonzalez (‘12) on Being a Multidisciplinary Thinker

November 8, 2023
Trainees and Faculty Honored at 2023 GEPA Awards

November 6, 2023
Meet Our Next Generation of Researchers and Health Professionals

October 31, 2023
David Simon (’07) on Making Unique Mistakes

October 30, 2023
SMD GEPA Welcomes New Director of Learner Life and Wellness

October 6, 2023
Monique Mendes (’20) Talks Authenticity, Diverse Experiences, and Continuous Learning

October 3, 2023
A Springboard to Success: Carissa Childs (’05) on the Power of Alumni Networks and Hands-On Experience

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