At the Stowers Institute, great minds are at work seeking to understand the function & behavior of living organisms, paving the way for future medical advances. The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is a non-profit, basic biomedical research organization dedicated to improving human health by studying the fundamental processes of life. Our Mission: To make a significant contribution to humanity through medical research by expanding our understanding of the secrets of life and by improving life's quality through innovative approaches to the treatment, diagnosis, and prevention of diseases.