Research and Innovation
Advancing scientific discovery and fostering transformative breakthroughs
Together for CHANGE
Aims to improve health, health care, education, and training of people of African ancestry in health awareness, disease prevention education, and treatment development.
Innovation to Impact
Our research centers are advancing health through clinical and translational research that bridges scientific discovery and patient care.
The Office for Research and Innovation (OfRI) at Meharry stands as the cornerstone of our institution’s commitment to advancing scientific discovery and fostering transformative breakthroughs. Our mission is to empower every Meharry investigator across the full spectrum of inquiry—from fundamental basic sciences to cutting-edge clinical research and critical policy analysis.
The OfRI consists of four main departments across all schools at Meharry Medical College:
- Grants Management,
- Regulatory Affairs,
- Support Services, and
- Technology Transfer.
It oversees the conduct of all shared resources, core facilities, centers, and institutes, collectively known as Organized Research Units (ORUs).
In collaboration with the Research Advisory Council (RAC), the OfRI develops and implements policies designed to enhance the research and innovation portfolio, aligning with Meharry’s mission as outlined in the Sesquicentennial Strategic Plan.
The OfRI also proudly supports the Journal of Healthcare for the Poor and Underserved, a Meharry-owned, peer-reviewed journal exclusively dedicated to contemporary health and healthcare issues of medically underserved communities.
Institutional Metrics and Impact
Resources for Researchers
From groundbreaking centers to modern facilities and shared resources, our resources help harness the collective expertise of our faculty and students.
Healthcare Innovation
Through tech transfer, we empower industry, governmental organizations and community organizations to turn visionary ideas into impactful innovations, bridging the gap between the lab and patient care.
Reseach Programs and Partnerships
We advance a portfolio of programs and partnerships dedicated to promoting global health advancement, community-engaged research, and accelerating innovation in biomedical science.
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