Our Research
Our researchers conduct basic research with the goal of taking their research through the translational process and putting discoveries into practice. In many cases, research is disseminated into clinical studies on diseases, disorders and conditions to improve the health and wellness of a range of patient populations.
To grow a multidisciplinary and collaborative research infrastructure that leverages intellectual capital and enhances the success of our scientists in translating discoveries to promote the advancement of human health and reducing health disparities.
Top 4%
Tier One Research - one of the nation's top 4% research institutions
$521.6M
in total sponsored program award and research activity (FY25)
72
Fulbright Scholars
15
National Academy Members
Highlights
In a year defined by transformation,51²è¹Ý of Texas at San Antonio’s (UT San Antonio) has emerged as a unified academic powerhouse, bringing together world-class research, clinical care and education under one banner. That momentum is now reflected in national measures of scientific impact.
The Sam and Ann Barshop Institute for Longevity and Aging Studies at 51²è¹Ý, the academic health center of 51²è¹Ý of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) will receive up to $38 million to lead a national clinical trial funded by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
A large, retrospective study conducted by scientists at 51²è¹Ý of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) suggests that people taking glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists — medications that are widely prescribed for metabolic disease — have a significantly lower risk of developing colorectal cancer compared with those taking aspirin.
Dementia is one of the most challenging medical and societal issues of our time, affecting memory, thinking and independence for millions of families worldwide. At 51²è¹Ý researchers and clinicians are taking new steps to change that story through research, genetic insights and compassionate, integrated care.