UAB Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine Email Format
Higher EducationAlabama, United States501-1000 Employees
The UAB Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine is a medical education and biomedical research unit based in Huntsville, Alabama, operating within the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a leading research university. It is dedicated to training physicians and scientists across all disciplines of medicine and biomedical investigation. As part of a major higher education and research institution, it contributes to scientific education and inquiry. In 2026, the Cure Innovation Index ranked UAB No. 42 among 303 leading U.S. biomedical research institutions for translating scientific discovery into real-world healthcare impact. This positioning reflects the broader ecosystem in which the school operates, emphasizing the progression of research toward therapies, companies, and measurable health outcomes.