Brilliant scientists. Bold breakthroughs.

Feinberg received $706 million in research funding in 2023; read the story.

High-Impact & Top-Ranked

Feinberg continues to rise in U.S. News & World Report rankings of the best research-oriented medical schools in the country. Explore our faculty members' recent contributions to the school's thriving research enterprise.

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By the Numbers

$706 Million

Feinberg received $706 million in research funding and awards in 2023.

349,332

A total of 349,332 participants enrolled in clinical trials and research studies at Feinberg.

70%

Feinberg generates 70% of all research dollars at Northwestern University.

Research by the Numbers About Feinberg Research

Our Focus

A comprehensive approach to innovation

Basic Research

In more than 120,000 square feet of renovated web lab space and through six dedicated basic science departments and centers, Feinberg investigators are making the fundamental discoveries necessary to improve human health.

Clinical Research

Our investigators conduct more than 6,000 clinical trials each year, giving more than 50,000 local patients and volunteers the opportunity to improve their health and help advance science.

Translational Research

Our translational research efforts accelerate how quickly transformative scientific discoveries make their way to patients and the community while working to increase the quality, safety, efficiency and speed of our innovations.

Public Health Research

At the top NIH-funded institution for public health research, we are working to advance collaborative investigations that will improve the health and well-being of all individuals and communities, from here in Chicago to around the world.

Community-Engaged Research

Community partnerships are a key component of our research as our scientists work to create culturally relevant, community-centered solutions for addressing real-world health and healthcare challenges.

Investigator Support

Cores

Feinberg invests in the establishment and support of centralized core facilities to provide our investigators with the instruments and services they need.

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