stopping DiSease by understanding its root cause
At The Wertheim UF Scripps Institute, we work to solve incurable and chronic diseases by learning what drives the disease, then applying advanced technologies and drug-discovery expertise to find solutions. Learn more about how we innovate to improve human health.
Discovering Hope through Science
Our scientists tackle the toughest challenges in medicine.
Click on each card to watch videos and read articles about our advances in cancer, rare diseases, neurodegenerative disease, brain conditions and more.
GENETIC DISEASES
A Special Place to Address Rare Disease
“Maybe we’re only affecting 100 or 1,000 kids, but to those 100 or 1,000 kids, it’s everything.”
CANCER RESEARCH
Hope for Prostate, Breast and Other Hormone-Sensitive Cancers
Examining estrogen receptors at the molecular level reveals surprises about how cancer evades treatment.
NEUROSCIENCE RESEARCH
New Thinking on Brain Diseases
Seeking insights about the brain’s molecular motors, called myosins, leads to potential treatments for addiction, PTSD and even brain cancer.
Parkinson’s and aLS
Stopping the Cause of Disease
People with Parkinson’s disease, ALS and myotonic dystrophy need treatments that address the cause of their illness, not just its symptoms. See what one group of researchers is doing about it.
Rapid response
Finding New Antiviral Medicines
The robotic drug-screening program at The Wertheim UF Scripps Institute plays a vital role in the nation’s response to pandemic threats.
osteoporosis, diabetes and beyond
Revealing Life’s Smallest Structures
Exploring the structure of the molecules of life helps create potential treatments for cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis, obesity and more.
High-Impact Philanthropy
STEM Education
Supporting Future Scientists
The Glenn W. Bailey STEM Education and Outreach Programs provide science education experiences for students, educators, and groups in Palm Beach and Martin counties.
in gratitude
A Tribute to Our Namesake
Dr. Herbert Wertheim’s legacy of giving has been transformative for institutions of higher education.
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Discover Your Difference
A gift to science can change lives worldwide. Learn how to support our work toward a healthier future.
science news
Updates from The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology
Read about our latest discoveries and news here.
A History of Discovery
twenty years of impact
On a Quest to Improve Human Health
With a track record of driving science in exciting new directions, the Scripps Florida campus in Palm Beach County was an ideal candidate to join the the University of Florida’s academic health center, UF Health.
science On a mission
Our Mission
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