The La Jolla Bioengineering Institute is a non-profit research institution that specializes in research on diseases whose origin and treatment are rooted in cell membrane mechanics. Such diseases include arteriosclerosis, osteoporosis and Alzheimer's. Related research thrusts are malarial pathogenesis, microcirculatory physiology, nitric oxide biology and the development of blood substitutes.

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Research Report

The heart of the Institute's research is to determine how mechanical forces play a role in the normal physiology and pathology of blood vessels, bone, and muscle. The Institute uses an interdisciplinary approach that involves fluid and solid mechanics and molecular and cell biology to answer this fundamental question.

Iacuc Report

If you report any animal welfare concerns, your identity will be kept anonymous and you will be protected from any reprisals. The IACUC will be informed and decide the appropriate action needed. All concerns and actions will be documented.

Donate Report

Every gift, no matter what size, is important and helps our scientists pursue research breakthroughs. La Jolla Bioengineering Institute is a 501c(3) tax exempt organization under the Internal Revenue Service code. Within the limits of the law, your gift is typically 100% tax-deductible. Please join us today by making a donation towards today's research.

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