The School of Medicine at UAB has a tradition of excellence in research and clinical care. As of June 1, 2008 the School had 2,074 active grants and contracts, which represented over $256 million in peer-reviewed research. In the past few years, the School of Medicine has added more than half a million square feet of space for clinical facilities, research laboratories, classrooms, surgical suites, and administrative space.
Why participate in research as a medical student? For many medical students, research provides an opportunity to discover new knowledge in an area of medicine that they are passionate about. For students considering careers in academic medicine, research experiences allow them to see first hand what academic medicine entails. Research also provides students an opportunity to work closely with faculty members who serve as mentors and career advisors. In addition, research experiences enhance students' critical thinking and problem solving abilities, skills essential for excellence in clinical practice. UAB medical students have a number of options for engaging in research while pursuing their medical education. These options range from summer research experiences to dual degree programs.
Medical Student Research and Scholarly Activity
Faculty Research