With an impressive portfolio of impactful science and major awards, and a steady rise in grant funding, fiscal year 2022 is highlighting what we already know: University of Utah Health research is world-class. In this mid-year review, Associate Vice President for Research Willard Dere, M.D., showcases our scientists’ brightest accomplishments.
Stories of Discovery and Innovation
Our research distinguishes us and many of our institution’s top recent discoveries are featured in Pioneering the Future. This campaign celebrates today’s scientists at U of U Health who are carrying on a tradition of excellence.
Each month, our 360 Connect research newsletter features scientific top U of U Health discoveries focused on a theme.
- In January, we highlight Developing Better Targeted Cancer Therapies
- Other recent stories include Demystifying Viruses, Innovation and Cardiovascular Science.
- See the growing collection here.
Noteworthy Appointments
We welcome three leaders to their new roles.
- Erin Rothwell, PhD, Interim Vice President for Research
- Caren Frost, PhD, MPH, Associate Vice President for Research Integrity and Compliance
- Andrea Wallace, PhD, RN, Associate Dean for Nursing, College of Nursing
National Distinction
Our faculty and their research continue to earn top-level accolades.
- Nels Elde, PhD: Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator.
- Adam Gordon, MD, MPH: Veterans Affairs Health System Research & Development 2020 Health System Impact Award.
- Charles Rogers, PhD: National Minority Quality Forum “40 Under 40 Leaders in Minority Health.”
- Gabrielle Kardon, PhD: Pew Charitable Trust Innovation Award.
- Rachel Jones, PhD: Center of Excellence for Total Worker Health.
- Jacob George, PhD: Forbes’ “30 Under 30”, science category.
- National Organization for Rare Disorders Rare Disease Center of Excellence
- Shizuko Morimoto, PsyD, and Roger Alitzer, PhD: $7.5 million NIMH grant for Neurogrow video game for depression.
- Justin English, PhD, Jim Heys, PhD and Stafano Brigidi, PhD: NIH Director New Innovator Awards.
COVID-19 Research
Our scientist responded promptly in a time of need and the impact of their efforts continues to grow and benefit our community and world.
- $61 million in extramural funding
- 643 publications; 9,500 citations
- $900,000 in philanthropic donations
- 100+ media mentions
- 239 projects with human subjects
- 400+ biobank samples collected
- 95 sponsored COVID trial opportunities
- 3 large cohort studies (C-HEART, CDC-funded RECOVER, NIH-funded RECOVER)
- 50 COVID-related disclosures
- 100+ CDAs/MTAs/DTAs
Health Sciences Funding Awards
At the mid-year mark, U of U Health investigators have earned $241.5 million in funding awards. This amount is already higher than the total from FY 21 at $277.6 million, demonstrating great productivity even in difficult times.
You can watch the meeting in its entiretly, including updates from:
- Research Strategy
- Research
- SVP for Health Sciences Research Unit
- Research Space and Cores
This year is already shaping up to be one of our best thanks to your hard work and support. I’m grateful for your efforts in strengthening the research at U of U Health.