Welcome to the Institute for Women’s Health Research Blog!

Established in November of 2007, the Institute for Women’s Health Research was created at Northwestern University to help accelerate basic science and clinical research that will advance our knowledge of women’s health. Our mission is to increase the women’s health research portfolio at Northwestern University and our clinical affiliates; we focus on 5 ambitious goals to accomplish this mission:

• To foster research that explores the sex and gender determinants of health and disease with an emphasis on women

• To encourage interdisciplinary research, diversity inclusiveness and a comprehensive approach to women’s health research

• To prepare researchers, scientists and clinicians who understand the sex and gender determinants of health and disease; develop leadership among women and girls interested in science

• To accelerate the translation of basic science research into clinical practice

• To become the authoritative resource for the community on women’s health issues and provide opportunities for the community to engage in the advancement of women’s health

Please check back soon, we will be updating often and we welcome feedback!   What do you think are the top issues related to women’s health?

Related posts:

1. “Illinois Women’s Health Registry: A Catalyst for Innovative Research”
2. Preparing the Next Generation of Women Leaders in Science and Medicine
3. Moving Into the Future: New Dimensions and Strategies for Women’s Health Research
4. Meet the IWHR staff.
5. Women’s Health : Does Sex Matter? – A Seminar from Dr. Teresa Woodruff