Welcome to the new Sam and Ann Barshop Institute for Longevity
and Aging Studies
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Take a virtual tour
Navigate the new Barshop Institute from the safety of your home.
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Meet our team
Get to know the people who make revolutionary research possible at the Barshop Institute.
3 floors including a vivarium, laboratories and office space
Square footage: 109,785
Approximate cost: $70 million
Meet our team
The Sam and Ann Barshop Institute for Longevity and Aging Studies brings together the world’s leading scientists in aging and longevity research, and providing them with the latest technologies in the application of cutting-edge research methods, supports their drive for excellence in scientific inquiry, an essential element to bringing good health and enhanced quality of life to our aging population.
Our Mission is to understand the basic biology of aging, discovery of therapies that will treat and cure the diseases of aging by fostering dynamic, collaborative research, education and training of our future scientists and clinicians, as well as promoting public awareness of age-related issues.
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“Sam would have been very, very proud of this outstanding building and the exceptional researchers who are making so many exciting discoveries. Their efforts will help us all to grow old as slowly as possible, and with vitality.”
– Ann Barshop
Honorable mentions
The construction of the new Barshop building was made possible by these generous, forward-thinking individuals.
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The Barshop Family
The Sam and Ann Barshop Institute for Longevity and Aging Studies was founded through a transformative gift from the late Sam Barshop and his wife, Ann Barshop, and their family.
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The Zachry Family
A $1 million gift from Bartell and Mollie Zachry named the Zachry Laboratory. The lab is dedicated to Alzheimer’s disease research in the Barshop Institute led by Bess Frost, PhD
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The Bailey Family
Lisa Bailey supports groundbreaking Alzheimer’s research while also honoring the memory of her parents through the Robert and Jo Nell Bailey Endowment for Alzheimer’s Discovery.
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The Brown Foundation
The Brown Foundation supported the establishment of the Barshop Institute through transformational gifts during its inception. We recognize Toby and Barbie O’Connor for their pivotal role securing this research funding.