Biomedical Research Departments

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Microbiology & Immunology

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology advances basic and translational sciences by studying infectious disease, immune response and microbial mechanisms that shape human health.

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Pharmacology

In the Department of Pharmacology, researchers investigate biological mechanisms that drive disease and therapeutic response to support the development of new treatments.

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Physiology & Cell Biology

The Department of Physiology & Cell Biology explores the molecular and cellular processes that regulate biological function in living organisms.

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Clinical Departments

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Emergency Medicine

The Department of Emergency Medicine is dedicated to transforming the future of emergency care through exceptional research, education and clinical service in high-acuity settings.

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Family & Community Medicine

Focused on comprehensive primary care, the Department of Family & Community Medicine improves health through education, service and community engagement.

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Medicine

The Department of Medicine brings together clinical care, education and research across a wide range of specialties to prepare future physicians and improve outcomes.

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Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology provides compassionate, evidence-based care while advancing education and research in women’s health.

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Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

Through laboratory science, diagnostics, and education, the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine supports both discovery and clinical care.

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Pediatrics

The Department of Pediatrics improves child health through research, advocacy, education and compassionate care for patients and families.

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Physician Assistant Studies

The Physician Assistant Studies program prepares students with broad medical knowledge and clinical experience for collaborative practice across specialties.

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Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is committed to advancing mental health through education, clinical care, research and community partnership.

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Speech Pathology & Audiology

Speech Pathology & Audiology programs prepare students for clinical careers across schools, hospitals, rehabilitation settings, and community care environments.

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Surgery

The Department of Surgery provides advanced clinical training, surgical education, and research opportunities that prepare future leaders in medicine.

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Centers & Services

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Continuing Medical Education

The Office of Continuing Medical Education is dedicated to enhancing the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals through high-quality, accredited educational activities.

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Nevada State Public Health Laboratory

The Nevada State Public Health Laboratory protects public health through diagnostic testing, disease surveillance and laboratory response capacity.

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Office of Statewide Initiatives

Through rural programs and strategic partnerships, the Office of Statewide Initiatives expands access to care and strengthens health education statewide.

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Sanford Center for Aging

The Sanford Center for Aging advances healthy aging through translational research, education and community outreach.

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Savitt Medical Library

The Savitt Medical Library provides specialized research support, health sciences resources and learning spaces for education and discovery.

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Student Outreach Clinic

The Student Outreach Clinic delivers free care to uninsured and underinsured communities across Northern Nevada while expanding hands-on clinical training.

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Translational Research Center

The Translational Research Center connects researchers with expertise, technology and core resources that accelerate medical discovery and innovation.

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