Enhancing the health and well-being of our Veterans through medical discovery and innovation.
Get to Know WIVR
The Western Institute for Veterans Research (WIVR) is a nonprofit corporation that facilitates externally sponsored research and educational programs within the VA Salt Lake City Health Care System.
We work with a variety of public and private funding partners to improve the health and well-being of Veterans.
What We Fund.
Our Research
WIVR is at the forefront of a wide range of studies—from cardiology and cancer to Gulf War Illness and health screening—working tirelessly to find effective treatments and cures for Veterans.
Elevate your research with WIVR.
Maximize Your Research Impact
WIVR is committed to ensuring more of your research dollars go directly to advancing your research, not overhead costs. We offer highly competitive IDC rates:
Support Our Veterans
With WIVR, you support those who have courageously served the United States of America, providing them with the latest treatments and opportunities for clinical trials.
Optimize Your Funding
A dedicated team and local Board of Directors expertly manage your external research funds, enabling you to concentrate on what is most important—your research—while we take care of the logistics and paperwork.
Ready to launch a research study or clinical trial at the VA?
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Meet Our Team
Dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of Veterans, our team works across a wide range of disciplines, including cancer research, cardiology, epidemiology, gastroenterology, pharmacotherapy, and more, to address the unique health challenges faced by Veterans.
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About Us
The Western Institute for Veterans Research is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing research that enhances the health and well-being of Veterans. We work with a variety of public and private funding partners to conduct research and support programs within the VA Salt Lake City Health Care System.
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Follow WIVR on LinkedIn
Stay connected by following WIVR on LinkedIn, where we highlight the research, partnerships, and people shaping better health outcomes for Veterans. You’ll find updates on our current studies, Veterans’ research news, and opportunities to participate in studies or join our team.

