What makes life work?

See our science in action

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What if...

we did science differently?

Our Kansas City campus is a working, biomedical research institute where 24 Investigators and Fellows collaborate with 15 Technology Centers to explore a question that's easy to ask, yet hard to solve: what makes life work?

By studying the fundamental processes shared across living things, and the remarkable biology found through the diversity of our research organisms, Stowers scientists are uncovering insights that can point toward new ways to diagnose, treat, and prevent disease.

Before you arrive

See what sets us apart.

25 Years of Discovery

Meet our founders, Jim and Virginia Stowers, and the vision that built an institute designed for long-term discovery. See how that commitment has shaped 25 years of discovery, innovation, and hope. And join us as we look toward the next 25.

25 Years of Discovery

Learning Resources

Explore classroom-ready materials, behind-the-scenes science stories, and our #BioBasics series geared toward students and educators. Discover how curiosity-driven research can inspire learning at every level and bring discovery into the classroom.

Learning Resources

Stowers Impact

See how foundational research expands what we know about life and opens new possibilities for human health. From cancer to neurodegeneration, and hearing loss to rare genetic disorders, our scientists uncover the basic rules of biology that can guide future breakthroughs.

Our Impact

#Stowers25: Celebrating 25 Years