Midwest Veterans Biomedical Research Foundation

Midwest Veterans' Biomedical Research Foundation, often referred to as MVBRF, is a non-profit corporation headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Operating with a lean team of 3 employees, MVBRF focuses on fostering research and education initiatives within the realm of medical science. MVBRF bridges the gap between government agencies, industry partners, foundations, and Veterans Affairs medical centers in Kansas City, Leavenworth, Topeka, and Wichita. Their primary focus is to support research endeavors encompassing basic, clinical, and outcome-based studies, ultimately aimed at improving healthcare outcomes for veterans. Funding for these research projects stems from various sources, including grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Defense (DoD), National Cancer Institute (NCI), prominent organizations like the Alzheimer's Association and the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), along with pharmaceutical industry studies and philanthropic contributions. Interested parties can connect with MVBRF by visiting their website at mvbrf.org.