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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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December 5, 2024
Research Update from Steve Dewhurst – Change and Uncertainty; Gratitude and Thanks

December 2, 2024
The New Issue of Opportunities to Explore is Out Now!

November 11, 2024
GEPA Awards Recognizes the People Behind the Research at SMD

October 31, 2024
Design Your PhD to Achieve Your Career Goals, featuring Tara Vrooman, PhD

August 22, 2024
Bridging Continents in the Quest for Cancer Cures

July 30, 2024
Research Update from Steve Dewhurst – Major Wins, DEI Efforts, Trainee Shout-Outs

July 12, 2024
BioRender Premium Now Available Institution-Wide at No Charge

July 12, 2024
Stefan Burde ’95M (PhD) on Having Confidence in Your Competence

June 18, 2024
Uplifting the Next Generation: Russell Ledet's Inspiring Juneteenth Visit

June 3, 2024
Jamie Butler ’02M (PhD) on Exploring the Unconventional

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