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THE J DAVID GLADSTONE INSTITUTES

CA · EIN 237203666 · $144.8M rev · research · www.gladstoneinstitutes.org
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Independent biomedical research organization based in San Francisco, focused on advancing disease-oriented science to develop cures for major health conditions. Conducts high-impact research across cardiovascular, neurological, infectious, and immunological diseases, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI, genomics, and gene editing. Collaborates closely with UC San Francisco and other academic institutions, with a mission to translate scientific discoveries into clinical applications.

activities · 55

what they do

research · 24
  • Advances HIV and virology research through foundational discoveries and clinical trials
    Discovered the mechanism of CD4 T-cell death in HIV infection, conducted the first pivotal multinational trial showing antiretroviral drugs can prevent HIV in high-risk individuals, and maintains an ongoing research program in virology.
  • Advances HIV and virology research through foundational discoveries and clinical trials
    Discovered the mechanism of CD4 T-cell death in HIV infection, conducted the first pivotal multinational trial showing antiretroviral drugs can prevent HIV in high-risk individuals, and holds 211 patents related to virology and infectious disease research.
  • Advances HIV and virology research through foundational discoveries and clinical trials
    Discovered the mechanism of CD4 T-cell death in HIV infection, conducted the first pivotal multinational trial showing antiretroviral drugs can prevent HIV infection in high-risk individuals, and holds 211 patents related to virology and infectious disease.
  • Advances translational research in regenerative medicine and therapeutic discovery Genomic and Translational Biomedical Research
    Conducts high-impact translational research, including discoveries related to HIV pathogenesis, Alzheimer’s disease mechanisms (APOE variants), and clinical trials for HIV prevention; published over 200 papers in 2024 and holds 211 patents.
  • Applies AI and advanced laboratory tools to genomic analysis Genomic and Translational Biomedical Research
    Combines artificial intelligence models with advanced laboratory technologies to analyze and interpret the human genome, supporting data-driven biomedical discovery.
  • Applies artificial intelligence to genomic analysis and interpretation Genomic and Translational Biomedical Research
    Combines artificial intelligence models with advanced laboratory tools to analyze and interpret the human genome, advancing data science applications in biomedicine.
  • Conducts research across five interconnected institutes focusing on cardiovascular disease, data science and biotechnology, genomic immunology, neurological disease, and virology. This includes foundational discoveries, clinical trials, and the use of AI models to analyze the human genome, resulting in numerous scientific publications and patents.
  • Operates five interconnected research institutes focused on cardiovascular disease, data science and biotechnology, genomic immunology, neurological disease, and virology. This includes conducting basic and translational research, such as discovering mechanisms of HIV infection, identifying genetic factors in Alzheimer's disease, and analyzing the human genome using AI models, publishing over 200 papers annually.
  • Operates five interconnected research institutes focused on cardiovascular disease, data science and biotechnology, genomic immunology, neurological disease, and virology. This includes conducting basic and translational research, such as discovering mechanisms of HIV infection, identifying genetic factors in Alzheimer's disease, and analyzing the human genome using AI models, resulting in over 200 scientific publications in 2024 and 211 patents.
  • Conducts Alzheimer’s and neurological disease research with focus on APOE gene variants Population-Scale Cognitive and Genetic Research
    Determined the structure and function of apolipoprotein E, identified its three human variants (APOE2, APOE3, APOE4), and discovered that APOE4 causes amyloid plaque accumulation in Alzheimer’s disease while certain variants prevent plaque formation, revealing potential therapeutic pathways.
  • Conducts commercially sponsored research Federally and Commercially Funded Biomedical Research
    Conducted $28 million in commercially sponsored research over the past five years, indicating active collaboration with industry partners on applied biomedical research.
  • Conducts genetic and molecular research on Alzheimer’s disease and APOE variants Population-Scale Cognitive and Genetic Research
    Determined the structure and function of apolipoprotein E, identified its three human variants (APOE2, APOE3, APOE4), and discovered that APOE4 causes amyloid plaque accumulation in Alzheimer’s disease, while certain variants prevent plaque formation, revealing therapeutic pathways.
  • Conducts interdisciplinary biomedical research across five thematic institutes Genomic and Translational Biomedical Research
    Operates five interconnected research institutes focused on cardiovascular disease, data science and biotechnology, genomic immunology, neurological disease, and virology, integrating interdisciplinary collaboration through established research centers and Bay Area partnerships.
  • Conducts interdisciplinary biomedical research across five thematic institutes Genomic and Translational Biomedical Research
    Operates five interconnected research institutes focused on cardiovascular disease, data science and biotechnology, genomic immunology, neurological disease, and virology, integrating interdisciplinary collaboration through established research centers and partnerships across the Bay Area.
  • Integrates artificial intelligence with genomics research Genomic and Translational Biomedical Research
    Combines artificial intelligence models with advanced laboratory tools to analyze and interpret the human genome, advancing data-driven approaches in biomedical research.
  • Leads Alzheimer’s disease research through APOE gene studies Population-Scale Cognitive and Genetic Research
    Determined the structure and function of apolipoprotein E, identified its three human variants (APOE2, APOE3, APOE4), discovered that APOE4 causes amyloid plaque accumulation in Alzheimer’s, and demonstrated that certain variants can prevent plaque formation, revealing therapeutic pathways.
  • Publishes high-impact scientific research and conducts sponsored studies Federally and Commercially Funded Biomedical Research
    Published over 200 scientific papers in 2024 and conducted $28 million in commercially sponsored research over the past five years, demonstrating sustained research output and industry collaboration.
  • Publishes high-impact scientific research and holds patents Federally and Commercially Funded Biomedical Research
    Published over 200 scientific papers in 2024 and holds 211 patents, reflecting a robust output of peer-reviewed research and intellectual property.
  • Hosts an annual award ceremony that includes a scientific lecture and presents an unrestricted $150,000 prize to researchers who have made significant advancements in cellular reprogramming technology for regenerative medicine.
  • Recognizes and promotes translational research in regenerative medicine Research Awards for Cellular Reprogramming and Ethics
    Hosts an annual award ceremony featuring a scientific lecture and awards an unrestricted $150,000 prize to researchers who have advanced cellular reprogramming technology for regenerative medicine.
  • Recognizes and supports scientific excellence through awards and lectures Research Awards for Cellular Reprogramming and Ethics
    Hosts an annual award ceremony featuring a scientific lecture and awards an unrestricted $150,000 prize to researchers who have advanced cellular reprogramming technology for regenerative medicine through translational research.
  • Recognizes scientific excellence in cellular reprogramming Research Awards for Cellular Reprogramming and Ethics
    Hosts an annual award ceremony featuring a scientific lecture and awards an unrestricted $150,000 prize to researchers who have advanced cellular reprogramming technology for regenerative medicine.
  • Recognizes scientific excellence in cellular reprogramming and regenerative medicine Research Awards for Cellular Reprogramming and Ethics
    Hosts an annual award ceremony featuring a scientific lecture and awards an unrestricted $150,000 prize to researchers who have advanced cellular reprogramming technology for regenerative medicine through translational research.
  • Supports high-impact scientific publication and commercially sponsored research Federally and Commercially Funded Biomedical Research
    Published over 200 scientific papers in 2024 and conducted $28 million in commercially sponsored research over the past five years.
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  • Administers research funding and supports commercialization of scientific discoveries Biotech Startup Incubation
    Conducted $28 million in commercially sponsored research over five years and supports the founding of start-ups; Gladstone-backed companies have raised $2.5 billion and include Tenaya Therapeutics, spun off in 2016.
  • Develop Research Infrastructure Biomedical Research Facility Expansion
    Constructed a 200,000-square-foot biomedical research building and expanded its research footprint by adding 105,000 square feet of new laboratory space in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood.
  • Expands physical research capacity and infrastructure Biomedical Research Facility Expansion
    Completed construction of a 200,000-square-foot biomedical research building and added 105,000 square feet of new laboratory space in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood to support growing research operations.
  • Expands physical research capacity and infrastructure Biomedical Research Facility Expansion
    Completed construction of a 200,000-square-foot biomedical research building and expanded laboratory space by 105,000 square feet in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood to support growing research operations.
  • Expands research infrastructure through facility development Biomedical Research Facility Expansion
    Completed construction of a 200,000-square-foot biomedical research building and expanded laboratory space by 105,000 square feet in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood to support growing research operations.
  • Expands research infrastructure through strategic construction and expansion Biomedical Research Facility Expansion
    Completed construction of a 200,000-square-foot biomedical research building and expanded laboratory space by 105,000 square feet in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood to support growing research operations.
  • Facilitates cross-disciplinary scientific collaboration and organizational effectiveness
    Actively facilitates collaboration among experts from diverse scientific and administrative backgrounds to address major scientific challenges, accelerate discovery, and develop enabling technologies.
  • Facilitates scientific collaboration and organizational effectiveness
    Facilitates collaboration among experts from diverse backgrounds to address major scientific challenges and leverages complementary scientific and administrative expertise to accelerate research progress.
  • Fosters innovation through BioFulcrum and startup spin-offs Biotech Startup Incubation
    Runs BioFulcrum, an entrepreneurial program that advances disease-related research toward clinical trials via collaborations with scientists, nonprofits, and industry partners; supported the founding of 15 start-ups since 2015, including Tenaya Therapeutics, which was spun off in 2016 based on Gladstone research.
  • Provide Core Research Facilities Shared Research Laboratory Operations
    Offers state-of-the-art core research facilities that are accessible to scientists within Gladstone, UC San Francisco, and other Bay Area research institutions, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Provides shared core research facilities to Bay Area institutions Shared Research Laboratory Operations
    Operates state-of-the-art core research facilities accessible to scientists at Gladstone, UC San Francisco, and other Bay Area research institutions, supporting advanced biomedical experimentation and analysis.
  • Provides shared core research facilities to Bay Area scientific community Shared Research Laboratory Operations
    Operates state-of-the-art core research facilities accessible to scientists at Gladstone, UC San Francisco, and other Bay Area research institutions, supporting advanced experimentation and technology development.
  • Provides shared research infrastructure and core facilities Shared Research Laboratory Operations
    Operates state-of-the-art core research facilities accessible to scientists at Gladstone, UC San Francisco, and other Bay Area research institutions, supporting advanced experimentation and technology development.
  • Provides shared research infrastructure and core facilities Shared Research Laboratory Operations
    Offers state-of-the-art core research facilities accessible to scientists at Gladstone, UC San Francisco, and other Bay Area institutions, supporting advanced experimentation and technology development.
  • Hosts an annual award ceremony that includes a scientific lecture and awards an unrestricted $150,000 prize to researchers who have significantly advanced cellular reprogramming technology for regenerative medicine through translational research.
  • Research Infrastructure and Support Shared Research Laboratory Operations
    Provides financial and advisory support to advance biological research, operates state-of-the-art core research facilities accessible to scientists, and facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration among experts. This includes developing new laboratory spaces and fostering an environment for scientific advancement.
  • Scientific Recognition and Education Research Awards for Cellular Reprogramming and Ethics
    Recognizes researchers who have made significant advancements in cellular reprogramming technology for regenerative medicine through an annual award ceremony, which includes a scientific lecture and a monetary prize. The organization also trains graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to become leaders in biomedical science.
  • Secures and leverages external funding to advance research Biotech Startup Incubation
    Gladstone-backed start-ups have raised $2.5 billion from public and private financing, demonstrating strong commercial validation and financial capacity to translate research into real-world applications.
  • Spins off and supports biotech startups based on Gladstone research Biotech Startup Incubation
    Has supported the founding of 15 start-ups since 2015, including Tenaya Therapeutics (founded in 2016), with Gladstone-backed companies raising $2.5 billion in public and private financing.
  • Spins off and supports biotechnology startups based on Gladstone research Biotech Startup Incubation
    Has supported the founding of 15 start-ups by its scientists since 2015, including Tenaya Therapeutics (founded in 2016), with Gladstone-backed companies raising $2.5 billion in public and private financing.
  • Support Biomedical Start-ups and Technology Transfer Biotech Startup Incubation
    Establishes and supports entrepreneurial programs like BioFulcrum to advance disease-related research toward clinical trials, leading to the founding of 15 start-ups since 2015, which have collectively raised $2.5 billion. The organization also holds 211 patents and conducts commercially sponsored research.
  • Support and Advance Biomedical Research Biotech Startup Incubation
    Provides financial and advisory support to its institutes, offers state-of-the-art core research facilities to scientists at Gladstone, UC San Francisco, and other Bay Area institutions, and facilitates collaboration among experts. This includes establishing an entrepreneurial program, BioFulcrum, to advance disease-related research toward clinical trials and supporting the founding of 15 start-ups by its scientists since 2015, which have raised $2.5 billion.
  • Supports translation of research into clinical applications via BioFulcrum Biotech Startup Incubation
    Operates BioFulcrum, an entrepreneurial program that advances disease-related research toward clinical trials through collaboration with scientists, nonprofits, and industry partners.
  • Trains graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to become leaders in biomedical science.
  • Provides training to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, preparing them to become leaders in the field of biomedical science.
  • Trains next-generation biomedical scientists Biomedical Research Training for Early-Career Scientists
    Trains graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to become leaders in biomedical science, contributing to workforce development in the field.
  • Trains next-generation biomedical scientists Biomedical Research Training for Early-Career Scientists
    Trains graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to become leaders in biomedical science, contributing to long-term capacity building in the research ecosystem.
  • Trains next-generation biomedical scientists Biomedical Research Training for Early-Career Scientists
    Trains graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to become leaders in biomedical science, contributing to long-term capacity in the research ecosystem.
  • Trains next-generation biomedical scientists Biomedical Research Training for Early-Career Scientists
    Trains graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to become leaders in biomedical science through immersive research experiences and mentorship.
  • Translates research into clinical applications via BioFulcrum and industry partnerships Biotech Startup Incubation
    Runs BioFulcrum, an entrepreneurial program that advances disease-related research toward clinical trials through collaboration with scientists, nonprofits, and industry partners, and has conducted $28 million in commercially sponsored research over five years.
  • Translational Research and Commercialization Biotech Startup Incubation
    Advances disease-related research toward clinical trials through entrepreneurial programs like BioFulcrum, which collaborates with scientists, nonprofits, and industry partners. This also involves spinning off biotech companies based on Gladstone research and supporting the founding of start-ups by its scientists.
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named programs · 7

what they call their work

BioFulcrum
Entrepreneurial program to advance disease-related breakthroughs toward clinical trials via partnerships with scientists, nonprofits, and industry
Gladstone Institute of Cardiovascular Disease
Researches gene networks guiding heart development and regenerative therapies for heart failure; led by Deepak Srivastava and Benoit Bruneau
Gladstone Institute of Data Science and Biotechnology
Applies computational biology, AI, and genomics to identify root causes of disease and develop new therapies; led by Katie Pollard
Gladstone Institute of Neurological Disease
Studies Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases, focusing on APOE4 gene variants and amyloid plaque formation; led by Lennart Mucke
Gladstone Institute of Virology
Investigates HIV/AIDS and emerging viruses including SARS-CoV-2; pivoted rapidly during the COVID-19 pandemic; now expanded to address antibiotic resistance and chronic infections
Gladstone Institute of Virology (now Gladstone Infectious Disease Institute)
Investigates HIV, SARS-CoV-2, and other viruses; conducts research on antiviral therapies and pandemic preparedness
Gladstone-UCSF Institute of Genomic Immunology
Develops "living medicines" using CRISPR and synthetic biology to treat cancer, autoimmune, and infectious diseases; led by Alexander Marson
relationships · 12

who they work with

  • Cell Press Partner — Co-supports the Ogawa-Yamanaka Stem Cell Prize with Gladstone Institutes
  • Cell Press Partner — Proudly partnered with Gladstone to support the Ogawa-Yamanaka Stem Cell Prize.
  • Cure Network Ventures Partner — Collaborates to advance therapies through venture development.
  • Gladstone Foundation Partner — Provides financial and advisory support to Gladstone Institutes
  • Gladstone Institutes Partner — Receives financial and advisory support from the Gladstone Foundation.
  • Jennifer Doudna Partner — Recognized researcher affiliated with Gladstone and winner of the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
  • Stanford University Partner — Has affiliations with Gladstone Institutes
  • Tenaya Therapeutics Partner — Biotechnology company spun off from Gladstone research in 2016
  • UC Berkeley Partner — Has affiliations with Gladstone Institutes
  • UC San Francisco Partner — Academic affiliation partner with Gladstone Institutes since its founding
  • UC San Francisco Partner — Collaborates with Gladstone core facilities to support shared scientific research.
  • UC San Francisco Partner — Vibrant academic partnership; most Gladstone principal investigators hold faculty positions at UCSF