Arbor Research Collaborative for Health conducts major studies in epidemiology and public health. We collaborate closely with faculty and researchers from other major research organizations in the United States and around the world to perform research that affects clinical practice, policy development, and medical payment systems. Since 1997, we have engaged in national and international health outcomes research related to chronic disease and end-stage organ failure. Formerly known as the University Renal Research and Education Association (URREA), Arbor Research is a not-for-profit research organization based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Our Mission
Arbor Research Collaborative for Health is committed to improving patient care through research that shapes medical policies and practice. In particular, Arbor Research conducts health outcomes research on chronic disease and end-stage organ failure, with expertise in biostatistical analysis, clinical practice, health economics, public policy, database management and integration, and project coordination. Through research projects that are national and global in scope, Arbor Research’s scientific collaborations provide valuable and timely information to the worldwide health care community.

Our Vision
Be the preferred research organization to generate evidence for decision-making and innovation that improves health care policy, health care delivery, and health outcomes