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  • Dr. Natasha Kyprianou, PhD
    1994 - 1995 Research Scholar
    2008 AUA Foundation Distinguished Mentor
    Dr. Kyprianou is the James F. Hardymon Chair of Urologic Research at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. She is also a Professor of Surgery/Urology, Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry, Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, and Professor of Toxicology.
  • Dr. Anthony Schaeffer
    Chairman and Herman L. Kretschmer Professor of Urology
    Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine
    Dr. Schaeffer has made major contributions to urologic research and has re-invigorated interest in basic science research as a strong advocate of physician-scientists and their needs.
  • Dr. Larry Lipshultz, MD
    1975 - 1977 Research Scholar
    Dr. Lipshultz was the first Research Scholar in the AUA Foundations 35 year Research Scholars Program which was initiated in 1975. He holds several appointments including: Professor, Scott Department of Urology; the Lester and Sue Smith Chair in Reproductive Medicine.
  • Dr. Stephen Zderic, MD
    1989 – 1990 Research Scholar
    2010 AUA Foundation John W. Duckett Award for Excellence in Pediatric Research
    Dr. Stephen Zderic is the John W. Duckett Endowed Chair in Pediatric Urology and is a Professor of Urology at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Dr. Zderic received his B.S. from the University of California-Riverside and M.D. from UCLA.

Interested in Research?

Every day, researchers take the fight against urological disease to the frontiers of science. The AUA Foundation is right there with them. So whether you're conducting research or trying to stay up-to-date on the latest breakthroughs, you'll find the information you need right here.


  • The AUA Foundation grant programs provide support to investigators across the spectrum of their careers. From medical students to residents, fellows, and independent investigators, the AUA Foundation has provided over 500 grants and awards totaling more than $20 million dollars.
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  • Before a pharmaceutical company can initiate testing in humans, it must conduct extensive pre-clinical or laboratory research. This research typically involves years of experiments in animals and humans.
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  • Released in March 2011, the National Urology Research Agenda (NURA) provides the first comprehensive roadmap for urology research by identifying key areas that need to be addressed in order to advance progress for urologic diseases which affect the lives of women, men, and children.
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