The Centre for Biomedical Research (CBMR) is dedicated to the investigation and treatment of disease. The CBMR is composed of researchers from diverse research areas encompassing the Department of Biomedical Sciences and Medicine, Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Chemistry and Pharmacy in addition to a number of clinicians and medical researchers based within the Hospital of Algarve. The broad, strong research community within the CBMR ensures that this institution is in a unique position to collaborate across a broad range of research expertise resulting in a dynamic, highly productive research environment. The CBMR scientific research core is composed of 42 fully integrated members, all of whom are highly active, experienced scientists with outstanding scientific output and strong track records regarding student and postdoctoral supervision. The CBMR will continue to develop and strengthen the Algarve Region in the Health Sciences field by fostering a highly collaborative approach involving scientists, engineers, and medical teams, reinforcing the University/Hospital relationship in the Algarve.