The Basic, Translational and Preclinical Research Program aims to achieve scientific excellence through closely coupling aggressive and advanced basic research in disease-related problems. This unique and ambitious program includes laboratories with strong expertise in genomics, proteomics, pathology, pharmacology, biochemistry, physiology, immunology, small animal surgical models and animal models of disease. Research conducted within the program spans the field of surgical specialties and clinical disease problems. More details about individual research programs can be found below.