About Us
Welcome to the Northern California Health Services Research Foundation (NCHSRF), dedicated to the advancement of healthcare through ongoing research and development.
At NCHSRF, we believe in the power of one: one individual and one community working together to continuously learn about the human condition, the state of disease and our innate capacity for healing and wellness that is revealed through discovery. Our foundation focuses on relevant issues of our time, with an innovative lens to bring forth improved health outcomes.
Mission
NCHSRF is dedicated to advancing human health and well-being by fostering and funding innovative research across biomedical sciences, pharmaceutical development, medical service delivery models, and related fields.
To achieve this mission, NCHSRF fund development is focused to support research efforts in areas including, but not limited to, biomedical science research, pharmaceutical sciences & pharmacological development, the creation of alternative service delivery models for all forms of medical treatment, and any research that advances human health and well-being from a medical, pharmacological, mental health, or dental perspective. The entity may provide support by developing research capabilities, awarding grants, or making contributions to other organizations or individuals engaged in such research.
Our Research
Photo Courtesy: Dr. Catherine Yang – Machine learning generated prostate cancer drug candidate
Funded Project Examples
Through funding from grants and donors, our foundation proudly supports innovative research projects that address critical challenges in healthcare and advance scientific discovery. These funded initiatives span a wide range of focus areas—from infectious disease prevention and artificial intelligence applications to cancer therapies, women’s health, and chronic pain management—reflecting our commitment to improving patient outcomes and transforming clinical practice.
Infectious Disease & Public Health
- Anti-Viral Target Study
- Pandemic Clinic Study / Joint Project with Dignity Health
- Public Health Research
- Studies on Controlling Chronic Viral Infections
Artificial Intelligence & Biomedical Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Biomedical Sciences
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Medicine
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare
Cancer Research
- Regulatory Role in the Progression of Prostate Cancer
Drug Design Against Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
Novel Therapies & Materials
- Clinical Application of Novel CPIC Material
- Nanoparticles in Drug Delivery
Women’s Health & Hormonal Studies
- Hormone Levels vs. Preterm Labor and Postpartum Depression Treatment
Plasma Oxytocin Concentration during Pregnancy is associated with Development of Postpartum Depression
Pain & Neurology
- Identification of Molecular Targets for Therapeutic Analgesics in Neuropathic Pain
- Decoding Epigenetic Mechanisms in Chronic Pain Caused by Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
For more information about our research and how to support us, please contact: info@nchsrfoundation.org
Governance
Bylaws
Our organization operates under established bylaws that guide our governance structure and decision-making processes.
Contact
To learn more about finance and grant managing policies, or research integrity and procurement policies please reach out to our administrative team.
Contact: info@nchsrfoundation.org
Help Our Cause
Northern California Health Services Research Foundation (NCHSRF), a 501-c-3 entity dedicated to advancing the science of healthcare through quality, scholarly research. Below are instructions on how to donate in two steps.
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Contact Us
Contact: Support info@nchsrfoundation.org