Research
A Message From Our Director
We seek to be a catalyst for cutting-edge integrative medicine research that transcends biomedical and social, life science disciplines. ”

Thank you for your interest in research at the Osher Center for Integrative Health at Northwestern University. We seek to be a catalyst for cutting-edge integrative medicine research that transcends biomedical and social/life science disciplines through synergy and collaboration with university-based clinical departments, centers and institutes; community-based organizations and initiatives; and policy-making bodies.
Our integrative medicine clinical research studies are based on:
- Rigorous methodological approaches and designs to advance the state of the science
- Multilevel measurement systems that span patient-reported, bio-behavioral and physiologic outcomes
- Translational and team science-based orientations to assure that findings lead to scalable, affordable and accessible solutions in real-world settings
It is an honor to serve as the Director of Research at the Osher Center. I do so with great gratitude and with a sense of excitement for what lies ahead. I look forward to supporting new partnerships, and helping shape the next chapter of integrative health research at Northwestern and beyond.
David Victorson, PhD, Director of Research, Osher Center for Integrative Health

Our Partners
We partner in our research with a number of community-based organizations and with Northwestern University's broad research network; learn more about our many collaborations.
Research Initiatives
Research Pilot Awards
We offer early funding for innovative projects in the field of integrative medicine, including translational and clinical research.
Community Partners & Pilot Grants
We invite applications for Community-Academic Partnership Pilot Grants to support established collaborative projects between Chicago-area community-based organizations (CBOs) and Northwestern University faculty.
Student and Trainee Internships
For students and trainees interested in integrative health research and educational opportunities, please visit our Internship page.