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Research

The Department of Medicine at the University of Hawaii has continued to make significant strides in advancing medical knowledge, enhancing patient care, and supporting innovative research. With a dedicated team of researchers, clinicians, and support staff, we have achieved notable successes in medical research, education, and community outreach. Our commitment to excellence in healthcare and scientific discovery remains steadfast as we navigate the challenges and opportunities within the rapidly evolving field of medicine.

A key priority for our department continues to be serving Hawaii’s multiethnic population through community-based participatory research and initiatives to improve healthcare access and outcomes for all communities in Hawaii. Faculty members in the Department of Medicine are deeply involved in major NIH-funded research infrastructure and training grants. These grants provide essential funding and mentorship to early-career investigators, supporting their development as future leaders in research.

Our Research Centers

CCR
Center for Cardiovascular Research
HICFA
Hawaiʻi Center for AIDS (HICFA)
MRI
MRI Research Center

Our Divisions

  • Allergy/ Immunology
  • Cardiology
  • Critical Care
  • Dermatology
  • Endocrinology
  • Gastroenterology
  • General Internal Medicine
  • Hematology/ Oncology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Nephrology
  • Neurology
  • Pulmonology
  • Pain & Palliative Care
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • Rheumatology

Research Review Committee

The Research Review Committee supports faculty and residents in developing and strengthening their research projects. We strongly recommend using this process to refine your scientific question, clarify your specific aims, and guide you toward the most effective study design. An early review also helps streamline IRB submissions by reducing revisions and minimizing back-and-forth with the QMC IRB.

For support with:

  • Effective Study Design
  • IRB Proposals
  • Biostatistical Analysis
  • And More!

Visit our Research Resources page.

IRB Protocol Guidance

If you are unsure whether your project requires IRB review, please contact us at uhdomed@hawaii.edu.

Below is an examples of a successful IRB submission. Reach out to us using the email above for access.

Example retrospective study: IRB-Example-Retrospective-Study_ro-1.pdf [password protected]

Research Project PHI guidelines: Research-Project-PHI-Guidelines202112-1-1.pdf [password protected]