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Medical Research

Scientists and physicians in academic medicine conduct groundbreaking biomedical research that improves our knowledge of human health and promotes the development of treatments from bench to bedside to community.

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Through policy and advocacy initiatives, data and research projects, professional learning and networking opportunities, and the development of tools and resources, the AAMC supports the entire spectrum of medical research from basic discovery and translational science to clinical and population health research, research policies and regulations that promote robust and ethical science and minimize administrative burden, a diverse biomedical research workforce and an inclusive and equitable research environment across all career stages.

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For more on the latest legislative and regulatory activities affecting academic medicine, check out Washington Highlights. For the latest news, current trends, and ongoing conversations about the most important topics in academic medicine, visit AAMCNews.

Meet our New Chief Scientific Officer

Elena Fuentes-Afflick, MD, MPH

As chief scientific officer, Elena Fuentes-Afflick, MD, MPH, leads AAMC programs that support medical research and the training of physician-scientists and researchers in academic medicine. In this role, she provides leadership and vision for addressing research and science policy and other related critical issues facing academic medicine, medical schools, teaching health systems, and teaching hospitals. Learn more about Dr. Fuentes-Afflick.

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