Foundation for Liver and Gastrointestinal Research

The Foundation for Liver and Gastrointestinal Research is a Dallas-based non-profit organization dedicated to advancing clinical and basic science research in the fields of hepatology and gastroenterology. Operating in close collaboration with the Baylor Scott & White Health system, the foundation facilitates a wide array of clinical trials focusing on viral hepatitis, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), and liver transplantation. Its mission is to bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and patient care by providing the infrastructure necessary for high-impact medical research. The foundation also supports educational initiatives for healthcare professionals to improve the diagnosis and management of chronic liver diseases. Through its partnerships, it remains at the forefront of developing innovative therapeutic strategies for complex digestive and liver disorders.