Fosters interdisciplinary, collaborative research. Stimulates advanced basic and translational research in heart and lung disease. Creates a strong central focus for grants development throughout the life sciences. Stimulates the recruitment and appointment of new research faculty at the University. Fosters the appointment of new faculty in other areas of molecular medicine across campus.
Recruits faculty in consultation with academic department chairs.
Assures that the Institute serves as an international training ground for new scientific investigators. Performs a variety of administrative roles in the Medical Center. Serves on Dean's Executive Committee and other College and University-level groups.