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RESEARCH

Supporting the search for cures.

Tissue has proven to be critical in the study of human disease. And at Dakota Lions Sight & Health, we are proud to partner with local and national research organizations to further medical advances in diagnosis and treatment. 

A quick overview 

Research tissue donation at a glance.

We currently recover research tissue from about 90 donors each year. And unlike transplantable tissues, there are generally no restrictions when it comes to research donation. 

Meet our partners in research. 

  • National Disease Research Interchange (NDRI)
  • Sanford Research
  • Avera Research Institute
  • Vance Thompson Vision
  • The University of South Dakota
  • South Dakota State University 
  • South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
  • Mayo Brain Bank
  • Harvard Brain Bank