We tackle the most devastating
and costly diseases
UCSF’s world-renowned research is driving medical advances in understanding the causes of disease and developing new treatments and cures to improve lives.
Neurological Diseases
This Brain Pacemaker Prevents Parkinson’s Symptoms Before They Start
UCSF scientists developed new technology that can predict and prevent Parkinson’s symptoms, helping patients live symptom-free.
Every dollar that the NIH invests in UCSF research returns $2.46 in new economic activity. UCSF research collaborations solve America’s most pressing health problems, while creating well-paying jobs that fuel biotech, pharmaceutical, and related industries in every state across the country.
Safeguarding America
UCSF research today protects our tomorrow. We keep Americans safe at home by detecting and responding to outbreaks worldwide, from Ebola to bird flu to tuberculosis. UCSF research powers our nation’s leadership in health and science worldwide.
Tuberculosis
Better Tests and Kinder, Quicker Cures
More than a million people die each year from tuberculosis, including Americans. UCSF researchers are developing new treatments and early diagnostics to fight TB at home and abroad.
HIV/AIDS
How Ward 86 Changed Everything about this Pandemic
UCSF physicians treated some of the first patients with HIV/AIDS before the disease had a name. Today, they are still developing new ways to care for people living with HIV.
“We are at an inflection point in the history of life sciences, with new computational tools and biological methods that can accelerate discovery at unprecedented rates. Federal funding is critical now to help us develop new therapies for the most devastating diseases in America.”
UCSF Chancellor Sam Hawgood, MBBS
By the numbers
Investing in science is investing in America — from life-saving cures unimaginable a few years ago to fostering a thriving national economy.
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For every $1 of NIH invested, UCSF returns $2.46 in new economic activity.
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UCSF is the City’s largest employer, supporting over 40,000 jobs.
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UCSF work has an estimated $18.7 billion ripple effect on the greater economy.
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UCSF faculty have created over 240 companies.
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UCSF faculty are responsible for over 1,490 health-sciences inventions.
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UCSF has 2,675 active clinical trials, mostly funded by the NIH.
How our research changes lives
Cancer care
UCSF-led Research Keeps this NFL Coach on the Field
Federally funded clinical trials lead to life-saving treatments for the some of the most common cancers.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Unlocking the Promise of New Medications
Traumatic brain injuries affect everyone from high school athletes to car crash victims to veterans. UCSF is partnering with the Defense Department and U.S. Army to conduct trials that could finally lead to effective treatments.
Read how research is moving the needle
Cancer care
What’s Your Risk for Breast Cancer?
New research aims to uncover who is at risk for what kind of breast cancer. In an approach that brings together genetics, lifestyle, and health data, physician-scientists hope to usher in an era of screening.
Stroke Recovery
Why Stroke Survival Rates Are Up
Working with scientists nationwide, UCSF slashed national stroke deaths by more than 80% in roughly 55 years. Today, stroke survivors are back on their feet faster than ever.
Read about our innovative patient care
