Academic Institutions, Hospitals, Independent Research Institutes
At the heart of every breakthrough in health, medicine, and science lies the relentless pursuit of knowledge and the unwavering commitment to research and development. Academic research institutions like yours serve as the cornerstone of this pursuit, driving innovation, discovery, and progress that impact lives worldwide.
By joining forces with us, you and your team of leaders, faculty, staff, and students elevate the visibility of the indispensable role that academic research institutions play in shaping the future of health care, public health, medicine, and scientific advancement.
As a part of the Research!America alliance, academic members will enjoy:
- Partnership on advocacy efforts that champion increasing federal funding for critical R&D-focused agencies, such as the National Institutes of Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and National Science Foundation and others that support medical and health research conducted at academic institutions throughout the country.
- Access to resources such as weekly intelligence on the federal funding and policy landscape and public opinion survey data that equip you, your staff, faculty and students with the knowledge and support needed to drive your policy and regulatory goals forward.
- Opportunities to connect with key congressional staff and federal officials and to engage with fellow research advocates ensuring policymakers hear and heed the call for sustained investment in research and innovation.
- Opportunities to engage with top federal officials, industry leaders, and patient advocates at our National Health Research Forum, Advocacy Awards event, and during weekly alliance member meetings.
- Access to invaluable opportunities for early-career researchers, like our annual Early Career Researcher Summit, that provides a unique opportunity to foster connections, gain insights, and provide training to navigate the complexities of the R&D ecosystem with confidence.