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VA Pittsburgh Research Video

Discover the ways VA Pittsburgh's centers and programs are advancing medical knowledge.

Are you interested in participating in research? Find out how.

Explore VA Pittsburgh's Research Programs
  • CHERP - Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion
  • GRECC - Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center
  • MIRECC - Mental Illness Research Education Clinical Center
  • WARE - Wheelchairs and Associated Rehabilitation Engineering
  • StatCore - Research Office Data and Statistical Services
  • CTC - Clinical Trials Center



About VA Pittsburgh Research and Development

In the 2010 fiscal year, VAPHS received $29.4 million for
149 investigators to work on 350 projects.

VAPHS is accredited by the
Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs and the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care.

Major research emphases include:

  • Clinical trials
  • Clinical science
  • Health services
  • Rehabilitation and related technologies
  • Basic science
  • Animal trials

Support VA Pittsburgh Research

The Veterans Research Foundation of Pittsburgh is a private nonprofit organization that aims to improve the health and well-being of Veterans by supporting and advancing VA Pittsburgh's research and education activities, while observing the highest ethical standards.

The foundation depends on the generosity of individuals, corporations and other organizations to continue its mission. For more information, please e-mail Nick Squeglia or call 412-954-5387.

 

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Research News

Annual Report
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Read the
VAPHS Research and Development 2011 Annual Report. 



VA Research Currents
Oct and Nov. issue of Currents Newsletter.Read the latest edition for current Veteran-centered research news.

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Researchers Making News

National VA Research News
  • VHA Office of Research & Development

Information for Researchers 


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Contact Us

 

If you have
any comments, concerns or complaints regarding VAPHS research, please contact:

Research and Development
7180 Highland Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
412-954-5381
VHAPTHResearchCompliance@va.gov

We will acknowledge your communication as confidential.