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Office of the Executive Dean for Research

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Welcome to the Office of the Executive Dean for Research at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. 

At the Miller School of Medicine, our mission is clear: To conduct high-impact research that drives meaningful advancements in medicine, enhances patient care, and addresses some of the most pressing health challenges of our time. We are committed to creating a research environment where discovery, innovation, and collaboration lead to transformative breakthroughs that improve health outcomes.

The University of Miami is attracting luminary researchers—world-renowned scientists and clinicians who are pioneers in their fields. By drawing these experts to our institution, we are building a culture of excellence that not only advances knowledge but also inspires the next generation of research leaders.

Team Science

Promoting team science is at the heart of our research strategy. The most complex problems in medicine require collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches. By bringing together researchers from diverse backgrounds and expertise, we encourage innovation and foster groundbreaking discoveries that can lead to real-world solutions.

We are committed to building the infrastructure necessary to support high-impact research. This includes expanding and modernizing our research facilities, investing in innovative technologies, and providing our researchers with the tools and resources they need to push the boundaries of scientific inquiry.

We are focused on breaking down silos, improving and streamlining processes to ensure that our research environment is efficient, effective, and responsive to the needs of our researchers. By eliminating barriers and enhancing support systems, we empower our scientists to focus on what matters most—pioneering discoveries that can change lives.

Strategic Investments

Finally, our strategic investments are carefully aligned with the research mission of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. These investments prioritize initiatives in areas such as precision medicine, cancer research, neurological diseases, aging, immunology and inflammation, cardiovascular health, and public health—fields where we can have the greatest impact. By strategically focusing our resources, we foster innovation and ensure that out our research initiatives continue to have a profound and lasting effect on medicine and healthcare at The U.

We are excited about the future of research at the Miller School of Medicine and invite you to learn more about how we are advancing medical science and improving patient care through groundbreaking research, collaboration, and strategic investment.

Stephen D. Nimer, M.D.