Revolutionizing global health through innovative liver research
Making an Impact
The liver is a central metabolic organ that coordinates the healthy functioning of the heart, brain and kidneys. Backed by a transformative $104 million gift, the largest publicly shared donation for liver research in U.S. history, we are leading innovative investigations that will reinvent the way we care for patients with liver disease and educate future physician-scientists.
“Our entire focus is translational science, taking our scientific discoveries and being able to move them forward so we have better approaches to being able to diagnose, prevent and treat liver disease.”
Arun Sanyal, M.D., Institute Director
International NASH Day 2022
In the News
VCU Health
VCU liver expert featured in global keynote address on emerging health issues
Wed, Nov 30, '22
VCU News
Inaugural symposium highlights liver research progress at VCU: An interview with Arun Sanyal
Tue, Nov 29, '22
MCV Foundation
Exploring liver's link to greater health
Thu, Jun 9, '22
VCU Health
The many faces of liver disease
Tue, Apr 19, '22
HCPLive®
Arun Sanyal, M.D.: The importance of continuous data for NAFLD
Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
Patients Come First Podcast - Dr. Arun Sanyal
Virginia Business
Gift of a lifetime: Doctor’s $104 million VCU donation aids liver research
Proudly Located in Richmond, Virginia
Proudly Located in Richmond, Virginia
VCU’s medical campus rests in the heart of Richmond, Virginia. We pride ourselves on being active members of our community, with a commitment to engaging and investing in Richmond as learners, researchers, healers and citizens.
As a vibrant, mid-sized city with a metropolitan population of 1.3 million, Richmond attracts physicians, researchers and learners from around the globe.
For the love of the liver
Private donations empower top researchers to explore creative solutions. Sign our love letter to the liver by contributing to the Stravitz-Sanyal Institute.