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National Health Research Forum

The 2026 National Health Research Forum will take place on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

For more than 30 years, Research!America has held an annual National Health Research Forum that gathers top federal officials, leaders from academia, patient advocacy, industry, and the philanthropic community, and distinguished national media to take an unvarnished look at issues vital to the wellbeing of our nation, our economy, and patients across the globe.

Registration and Event Details

Registration is now open for the 2026 National Health Research Forum! Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, D.C. for our 31st annual National Health Research Forum. This year’s program unveils our upcoming report, “U.S. Investments in Medical and Health Research and Development 2021-2025.” The report will provide new insights into medical and health R&D investment by sector across the United States. The Forum will also feature an early-career researcher poster session spotlighting Research!America’s microgrant and civic engagement projects and interactive discussions on topics central to the future of science and medical progress. Full agenda details and speaker information will become available in the coming weeks. The Forum is free, but space is limited, so secure your spot today using the link below.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Support the Event

Thank you to the current sponsors of the 2026 National Health Research Forum!

For information about sponsorship opportunities for the National Health Research Forum, please visit this page or contact Kristen Furlong, Senior Director of Development and Membership at 571-482-2703 or at [email protected].