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
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
VCU Health
Largest publicly shared gift for liver research in U.S. history to transform liver care at VCU
Tue, Feb 15, '22
VCU News
Arun Sanyal is determined to transform the lives of people with liver disease around the world
Tue, Feb 15, '22
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
NBC News NOW & MSNBC segment
Historic donation set to fast-track research into treating liver disease
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.