Denver Research Institute

Denver Research Institute (DRI) is a non-profit research organization dedicated to supporting the research and educational missions of the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System. Established to facilitate private and federal funding for VA-based investigators, DRI manages a diverse portfolio of biomedical, clinical, and health services research. The institute focuses on improving the health and well-being of veterans through studies in areas such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), oncology, and chronic diseases. DRI provides administrative and financial oversight for clinical trials and laboratory research conducted within the VA system, bridging the gap between federal resources and private sector innovation. By offering regulatory and compliance support, the institute enables VA researchers to participate in multi-center clinical trials and collaborative studies with academic and industry partners.