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Mission
The Translational Medicine Organization at UCSF (TMO) is a student-led, interdisciplinary group under the Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA). TMO unites students across UCSF’s professional schools and graduate programs to collaborate at the intersection of research, clinical care, and innovation. Our mission is to provide an inclusive platform where students can lead and learn through four core pillars: Clinical Therapeutics & Research, Informatics & Technology, Medical Devices & Engineering, and Business & Entrepreneurship. By bridging these diverse disciplines, TMO prepares the next generation of health leaders to translate discoveries from bench to bedside and drive patient-centered innovation.

Membership Benefits
As a member of the Translational Medicine Organization at UCSF, you’ll gain access to unique opportunities designed to help you grow as an interdisciplinary leader in healthcare innovation. Benefits include:

Collaborative Community
Connect with peers across UCSF’s professional schools and graduate programs who are passionate about bridging science, care, and innovation.

Research & Leadership Opportunities
Contribute to student-led initiatives aligned with our core pillars—Clinical Therapeutics & Research, Informatics & Technology, Medical Devices & Engineering, and Business & Entrepreneurship.

Workshops & Events
Attend speaker panels, journal clubs, hands-on workshops, and networking events with leaders in biotech, pharma, clinical care, and health tech.

Project Incubation Support
Bring your ideas to life with guidance and mentorship from students, faculty, and professionals working at the intersection of research and clinical impact.

Interdisciplinary Exposure
Explore pathways in translational medicine beyond your own program—whether you’re focused on pharmacy, medicine, nursing, dentistry, public health, or engineering.

Professional Development
Build your resume and skill set through active participation in TMO’s leadership, communications, and event planning teams.