Research

Student and Faculty Research

At the School of Medicine, research plays a critical role in medical education. Our faculty, students, residents and fellows make significant contributions and are regularly recognized for their research at various regional, national and international conferences.

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Student research

We encourage students to take an active role in research being conducted at the UMKC School of Medicine. Discover research and funding opportunities for students, support services and much more.

Student research

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Faculty resources

Are you a faculty member currently conducting research or getting ready to launch a new project? Start with these popular resources and don't hesistate to reach out to the Office of Research Administration with questions.

Funding Announcements

Grant management

Clinical trials registration

Research Support Services

Research is key to solving today's medical challenges, which is why were committed to supporting and expanding research efforts by our students and faculty. Explore the support services we offer and learn how you can leverage them to elevate your work.

Research Compliance Office

Ensure that your research complies with governmental and university requirements and review the services offered by the Research Compliance Office.

Office of Research Administration

Your home for information about grant proposals, grant management, grant responsibilities, clinical trials registration, instructions for conducting research at affiliate hospitals and more.

Research and statistical consult services

Receive guidance on research design, sample size estimates, data analysis and more with research and statistical consulting services offered by the Biomedical and Health Informatics Department (BHI).

Online education and training

All School of Medicine researchers must complete required training materials from the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI program). Learn more about the training modules and requirements.

Research Facilities

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Central Lab

Managed by the Department of Biomedical Sciences, the Central Lab provides essential equipment and supplies for student and faculty researchers at the School of Medicine. Learn more about the lab's features, policies, training requirements and more.

Central Lab

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Biological Mass Spectrometry and Proteomics Facility

The Biological Mass Spectrometry (MS) and Proteomics Facility provides MS services and state-of-the-art equipment that enable faculty, medical research labs and businesses around the region to conduct important research.

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Research Centers and Institutes

Our centers allow School of Medicine researchers to collaborate with researchers from other UMKC health science schools and from across the University of Missouri System to advance healthcare and shape the future of medicine.

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Clinical Research Hospitals

School of Medicine faculty are involved in research projects at a few of our affiliate hospital locations. Learn more about the hospitals and kinds of research underway at each location.

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Additional Research Resources

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Quality Improvement and Patient Safety

The Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (QIPS) consortium leads initiatives, develops educational curriculum, supports QIPS projects and programs, and fosters collaboration across UMKC and its hospitals. Learn more about the Consortium, programs and our signature annual event, the Vijay Babu Rayudu Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Day.

QIPS Overview

QIPS scholars program

Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Day

Research News

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