The mission of UAB Urology Research is to discover with creativity, inspire future generations of thought leaders, and serve through science. We advance the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of urologic diseases by uniting discovery with compassion and collaboration. Through inclusive excellence, cutting-edge translational research, and multidisciplinary teamwork, we transform laboratory breakthroughs into better care for our patients and communities. Our commitment to kindness and shared purpose drives us to push boundaries—so every discovery improves lives, both in Alabama and beyond.
UAB’s Department of Urology is home to a dynamic and collaborative research program dedicated to advancing innovation in urologic care. As active members of the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group and the Early Detection Research Network, our faculty play an integral role in multi-institutional clinical trials designed to improve the prevention, detection, and treatment of urologic cancers.
Our translational research efforts span chemoprevention studies in bladder and prostate cancer, supported by the NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center, and extend beyond oncology into areas such as tissue engineering and bladder reconstruction therapies. These initiatives place a special emphasis on pediatric and neuro-urology populations, reflecting our commitment to improving outcomes across the lifespan. Our investigators also lead pioneering studies aimed at uncovering the biological mechanisms that drive benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
In addition, our department operates a state-of-the-art kidney stone laboratory, where multiple NIH-funded investigators focus on advancing the understanding and treatment of kidney stone disease. Through these broad and integrated research efforts, the UAB Department of Urology continues to foster collaboration, drive discovery, and shape the future of urologic medicine.