The U.S. Institutes

U.S. Institute of Medicine

The U.S. Institute of Medicine connects medical education, research literacy, health communication, and the translation of scientific knowledge into public understanding.

KNOWLEDGECITIZENSHIPOPPORTUNITY

Medical knowledge in service of human welfare.

Research asks how biological knowledge can support better systems of care. Educational work emphasizes study design, uncertainty, the quality of evidence, and the distinction between a research finding and an established clinical service.

Scholarly and public service remit

Explore the institute’s connected areas of inquiry and education.

  • Maternal and fetal research literacy
  • Regenerative medicine and tissue engineering
  • Clinical evidence and scientific communication
  • Human welfare and access to knowledge

Institutional collaboration

Collaborative work connects an identified public purpose with appropriate expertise, learning resources, delivery partners, and a clear evaluation approach. USU welcomes inquiries that describe the population served, geography, proposed contribution, and intended outcome.