His leadership will help drive mission-aligned innovation for our National Security focus, one of three research initiatives to receive funding from the Arizona Board of Regents earlier this year.

As part of our continued commitment to advancing our shared mission to deliver exceptional health care, accelerate scientific discovery and support the academic and clinical excellence of our teams, we are taking important steps to strengthen and streamline our clinical research infrastructure.

In her new role, Dr. Bixby will lead efforts to expand and strengthen the university’s strategic partnerships with industry, philanthropies, national laboratories and community collaborators.

Dr. Wertheim is a nationally recognized physician-scientist whose leadership in biomedical research and academic medicine will be pivotal as the university advances its strategic priorities in health and life sciences.

Recent town halls outline the university’s commitment to convergent research, undergraduate engagement and collaboration across disciplines to address global challenges with real-world impact.

Reflecting on the University of Arizona’s growing research momentum and priorities for the year ahead and highlighting new initiatives, faculty support programs, partnerships and investments that advance a purpose-driven, interdisciplinary research enterprise.