Program areas at BVARI
Basic medical Research: in 2023, bvari engaged in 19 basic Research projects that explored a broad range of veteran-related Research questions, including those related to oncology, alzheimer's disease, vision, and mental health. Many of these are multi-year projects and will be continued for several years.
Education: in 2023, bvari supported 10 educational events and programs that improve the lives of veterans and enhance the skills of the healthcare professionals and trainees who care for them. Bvari coordinates and facilitates attendance at seminars, lectures, trainings, conferences, and ongoing educational development programs for veterans, their direct care providers, healthcare professionals, and trainees.
Clinical Research: in 2023, bvari actively engaged in 41 clinical Research projects with the goal of improving the health and healthcare of veterans. Clinical trials ranged from investigator-initiated projects to phase iii drug efficacy studies. Clinical trials test the newest therapies available for a range of health issues affecting veteran patients, including those related to cancer, genomics, cardiovascular disease, schizophrenia, diabetes, and general medical and psychological issues.
All other Research acitivities.