By uncovering the secrets underlying fundamental biological processes, we can find innovative approaches to diagnose, treat, and prevent disease.
Foundational research is where cures begin. Discoveries resulting from studying the fundamental processes of life frequently prove to be major milestones toward novel therapies and treatments.
World-class equipment and collaborative partnerships. Our researchers work side-by-side with experts in our Technology Centers. The unique model has catapulted the Institute to the forefront of innovative science.
We are dedicated to encouraging motivated individuals to pursue science or science-related professions—from our accredited Graduate School to our training programs for post-docs, post-bacs and undergrads.
As we reach a quarter century milestone, the Institute looks toward the next 25 years of continuing and advancing curiosity-driven discovery, innovation, and hope. Help us celebrate and learn more about how the Stowers Institute has grown into a world-class biomedical research Institute.
Registration is now open for our 25th Anniversary Symposium and Reception!
Transformational science requires the transformation of science. Through the unparalleled generosity and vision of our founders, Jim and Virginia Stowers, we have a scientific ecosystem that encourages discovery and innovation. Jim, founder of American Century Investments, and Virginia followed their initial generous investment by establishing a funding model that provides ongoing support of our research through the annual dividends from American Century Investments. Because of this structure, Stowers scientists are uniquely positioned to explore with freedom, and allowed the ability to follow biological avenues that lead to novel discoveries and to share their findings for the betterment of humanity.
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In The News
23 September 2025
From KCTV5 CBS Kansas City, Scientists in the metro have found that there is a relationship between unnecessary inflammation and a long life. Dr. Randal Halfmann explains the very thing designed to prevent the body from illness may be a contributing factor in aging and chronic disease.
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In The News
23 September 2025
From The New York Times, The evolutionary blueprint for hands was borrowed in part from a much older genetic plan for our nether regions, a new study suggests.
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In The News
17 September 2025
From New Scientist, Inflammation is a vital part of the immune response, but it seems that the system can sometimes go awry, resulting in chronic inflammation that has been linked to conditions such as cancer.
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Press Release
16 September 2025
New research on how our immune system stores energy to fight pathogens offers potential ways to reduce inflammation linked with age-associated diseases
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News
05 September 2025
A Q&A with Hua Li, Director of Computational Biology, and Madelaine Gogol, Manager, Computational Biology
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#Stowers25: Celebrating 25 Years
21 August 2025
The Stowers Institute celebrates 25 years of discovery, innovation, and hope.
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In The News
19 August 2025
From Nature, Scientists are seeking to decipher the role of non-coding DNA in the human genome, helped by a suite of artificial-intelligence tools.
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News
14 August 2025
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In The News
13 August 2025
Horacio Martín Pallarés, Ph.D., in the lab of Ariel Bazzini, Ph.D., a 2010 Pew Fellow, plans to bring his research on viral epidemics to aid his home country of Argentina.
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Stowers Research Conferences: AI-Driven Approaches to Emergent Protein Behaviors, Oct. 22-24
XII Avian Model Systems Meeting, Sept. 29 - Oct.1
The Stowers Institute is dedicated to the next 25 years of biological discovery. In the words of our founders, “The best is yet to be.” Learn more about how we are honoring the milestone and join us in celebrating at our 25th Anniversary Symposium and Reception. Registration now open.
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