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The Baruch S. Blumberg Institute

A nonprofit translational research organization headquartered in Bucks County, PA

The Institute primarily focuses on understanding the pathobiology of hepatitis B virus and related diseases, developing diagnostics for early detection of liver cancer, and discovering therapeutics, antivirals and immune modulators for the cure of chronic HBV and other RNA viruses that cause hepatitis and hemorrhagic fever.

Our scientists are translating discoveries into life-saving therapeutics

For nearly 20 years, the Blumberg Institute has conducted original and collaborative research in pursuit of innovative cures for chronic hepatitis B.
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Virology & Viral Pathogenesis
The fundamental exploration of hepatitis viruses, flaviviruses and human coronaviruses
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Antiviral Drug Discovery & Development

For the treatment of chronic HBV and flavivirus infections such as yellow fever.

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Biopharmaceutics
We focus on therapeutics for the treatment of chronic HBV and liver cancer.
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Precision Medicine
The team at the Blumberg Institute focuses on the discovery and development of urine DNA and cell-free RNA biomarkers
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Public Health Research
The Hepatitis B Foundation’s staff is engaged in a wide range of public health research.
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PA Cancer & Regenerative Medicine Research Center
We investigate the molecular links between mitophagy, autophagy, and cell division symmetry.
We Offer

Seminars by Experts

The Blumberg Institute Seminar Series, a free and public initiative to promote global scientific exchange, features renowned field leaders such as the 2023 Nobel Prize Laureate Drew Weissman.

We Offer

Seminars by Experts

The Blumberg Institute Seminar Series, a free and public initiative to promote global scientific exchange, features renowned field leaders such as the 2023 Nobel Prize Laureate Drew Weissman

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Our Faculty

Our esteemed scientific faculty's expertise spans diverse disciplines, driving innovation and advancing knowledge for a better tomorrow.

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Support Groundbreaking Research at the Blumberg Institute

The Blumberg Institute is at the forefront of groundbreaking research to understand the hepatitis B virus, develop better treatments, and ultimately find a cure. This life-saving work depends on generous support from donors like you. Your contribution can advance our research and potentially save millions of lives.

Support the Next Generation of Scientists!

The Blumberg Institute, Hepatitis B Foundation and Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center offers transformative education programs for high school students and undergraduate research fellows. Your gift can put lab coats on students, ignite their passion for science, and launch their careers in the life sciences!

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Research spending annually

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Scientists & Lab Staff

16

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Scientific Seminars Annually

55

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College & H.S. Students

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