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Welcome to the Krupp Center for Integrative Research

Establishing the Evidence Base for Promising Natural Therapies

Join us in transforming healthcare through studies rooted in nutrition, lifestyle, and natural therapies. Whether you're a participant, researcher, or potential partner, your involvement drives innovation and impact.

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About the Krupp Center for Integrative Research

The Krupp Center for Integrative Research at UC San Diego is redefining the future of health through high-impact research. Our mission is to discover, apply, and share innovative natural approaches that address root causes of disease and promote whole-person wellness. We bring together leading scientists, clinicians, and collaborators to develop real-world solutions that change practice and policy—locally and globally.

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Our research prioritizes growth in three key areas, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach

We conduct novel, high-quality research that investigates root-cause approaches to healing and wellness. Our work spans clinical trials, observational studies, and practice-based research that meets the highest scientific standards while staying grounded in real-world relevance.

Rigorous Research

Generating insights is only part of the mission—we're also focused on making our findings actionable and accessible. Through publications, public speaking, media campaigns, and community partnerships, we ensure our work reaches clinicians, policymakers, and the public.

Visibility & Implementation

We pursue scalable models that can be adapted by healthcare systems, institutions, and community providers. Whether developing toolkits for integrative practitioners or piloting new approaches to whole-person care, our goal is to demonstrate scalable solutions.

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Research focused on effects of evidence-based dietary approaches to improve chronic conditions and healthspan.

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Nutrition and Diet-Based Interventions

Exploring the impact of mindfulness, meditation, and stress reduction practices on physiological and psychological health.

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Mind-Body Therapies

Evaluating how daily habits like sleep, movement, and social connection contribute to disease prevention and recovery.

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Lifestyle Medicine

Investigating the role of medicinal food, herbs, botanicals, and supplements in integrative care.

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Your Journey Starts Here: Looking to Collaborate?

Get Involved with Transformative Integrative Health Research. Looking to launch or expand a study? Collaborate with our experienced team to access world-class infrastructure, interdisciplinary support, and a proven track record of successful integrative health research.

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Participate in a Study

Your experience fuels discovery. Join a study that advances care, contributes to science, and supports communities like yours.

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Join our Team

Whether you're early in your academic journey or seeking new research directions, we offer fellowships, pilot grants, and collaborative opportunities to support your growth.

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