Support our research

Indiana University School of Medicine is a nationally renowned research hub with a lengthy history of key breakthroughs and critical findings. However, none of our work would be possible without the proper support, which is why we’re asking for your help. 

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Our donors are the difference

Our donors keep us going, powering us forward in making better health a reality for all patients, Hoosiers and those beyond the state of Indiana. Funding for the IU School of Medicine means improved facilities, incredible faculty, greater opportunities and more work being done overall.

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Support in action

Lechleiter cardiovascular gift

Cardiovascular care, research and training

Indianapolis residents Sarah and John Lechleiter gave $6 million to support cardiovascular health at IU Health and the IU School of Medicine. Through this gift, we were able to appoint a new faculty chair in cardiovascular innovation and increase our efforts in the Cardiovascular Institute.

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Equipping lab space for neurodegenerative diseases

Longtime supporters Dave and Susan Roberts have committed to outfitting labs in the new Medical Education and Research Building that will seek answers for neurodegenerative diseases.

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The Chuckstrong Initiative

Cancer research at the IU School of Medicine has been supported for over a decade by the Chuckstrong Initiative, named for former Indianapolis Colts head coach Chuck Pagano. The most recent Chuckstrong Tailgate Gala raised $1.1 million for research at the Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center.

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Volunteer

Anyone can assist the research efforts of the IU School of Medicine through participation in a clinical study. 

Research findings sourced from clinical studies have made life-saving differences in both participants and those with similar conditions afterward. Additionally, patients who elect to participate typically get the best-known standard treatment for conditions.

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