Research

A History of Notable Research

First peritoneal dialysis machine

From making kidney dialysis possible to winning the Nobel Prize for bone-marrow transplantation, we have a long tradition of leading-edge research that has yielded some of the most important innovations in the history of modern medicine.

Bruce Treadmill Test
Thomas Nobel Prize
Wearable Kidney
Research matters
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DOM Research Symposium 

Scientists using pipette

Collaboration in Research: Discovery, Innovation, and Impact

Join us for an inspiring afternoon celebrating research excellence and collaboration across the Department of Medicine and beyond. All are welcome including faculty, staff, trainees, and those interested in research!

Featuring Keynote Speaker David Baker, PhD
Professor of Biochemistry, Director – Institute for Protein Design (IPD) and 2024 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025 | 3-5 PM | Vista Café, Foege Building, UW Health Sciences Campus

Please RSVP by Nov. 25, 2025

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Overview

The Department of Medicine has a long history of innovative research and continues to lead the way, building on past successes and discovering new paths. 

Research News

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Fairness in late-career physician screening programs
Fairness in late-career physician screening programs
Effective screening programs for late-career physicians help to improve patient care while promoting dignity and fairness for older physicians.
New global partnership in diabetes research
New global partnership in diabetes research
The UW Medicine Diabetes Institute has formally established a research partnership with Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen, one of the world’s leading diabetes research and care institutions.
Hypothalamic gliosis and genetic risk as early indicators of cardiometabolic risk
Hypothalamic gliosis and genetic risk as early indicators of cardiometabolic risk
Dabin Yeum has been awarded an American Heart Association Postdoctoral Fellowship, which targets early career scientists.