Southern Research

08/06/2026

85 years ago, a bold idea took root: science and industry could lift an entire region.

That idea became Southern Research.

Over the coming weeks, we're celebrating 85 years by revisiting the stories that shaped us, starting with our founding and the people who made it happen.

Follow along as we share this series, first told in 2016 and now revisited for our 85th year.

04/30/2026

If you're connected to a middle or high school student in the Birmingham area, this one's worth sharing.

Southern Research's STEM program offers hands-on science experiences for K-12 students across Alabama, and summer camp spots are filling fast. From "Break into Biotech" for middle schoolers to "Biotech Academy" and "BioScholars Institute" for high schoolers, students work in real labs, explore biomedical science, and get a genuine look at what a career in STEM can look like.

All programs are held at Southern Research's STEM Outreach Center, located inside our newly built research facility in Birmingham. Scholarships are available.

Learn more and register: southernresearch.org/stem

03/11/2026

The SMART Antiviral Prize Concept Stage deadline is nearing.

Reviewers expect clear, fit-for-purpose data — not generic screening packages.

Southern Research combines validated biochemical and cell-based assays with chemistry and PK support to create decision-grade results that align with BARDA expectations.

You retain your IP. No reach-through.

Let’s outline a focused ex*****on plan for your submission. Contact us: https://southernresearch.org/contact/

03/02/2026

At AACR-IO, Dr. Rebecca Boohaker outlines her poster that explores the overlap between macrophage biology and checkpoint inhibition:
“Macrophage Reprogramming and Immune Checkpoint Blockade Efficacy in the Lewis Lung Carcinoma Model: Utility of Longitudinal CD206-Targeted Molecular Imaging.”

This work enables real-time identification of immune modulation via CD206-targeted molecular imaging, provides new insights into therapeutic response prediction, and reinforces our focus on advancing immuno-oncology models that generate actionable insights.

12/09/2025

Clinical evidence drives progress in health and medicine, yet many communities remain underrepresented in research. As a CRO dedicated to closing that gap, we are proud to have launched Catalyst by Southern Research, a multi-omic program that provides free, clinical-grade genetic testing and personalized guidance to Alabama adults.

Mallie’s story shows how this access can help an individual understand their hereditary risks and chart a more informed path forward:

Meet Mallie, a Birmingham local, who heard about Catalyst by Southern Research's free genetic testing through a friend and wanted to give it a try. She was a...