The James J. Peters VA Medical Center, Bronx, New York has become synonymous with excellence and achievement in the field of biomedical and clinical research. Our distinguished investigators have garnered major scientific awards including the Nobel Prize in Medicine and Physiology.

Through diligent research efforts, James J. Peters VA scientists continue to make major contributions in the advancement of medical research and achieving worldwide recognition.
The mission of the Bronx Veterans Medical Research Foundation (BVMRF) is to facilitate research and education activities conducted at the James J Peters VA Medical Center (JJPVAMC). We have a broad range of research activities that encompasses biomedical, health services, rehabilitation engineering, mental health and geriatric research endeavors. We also support various educational initiatives and other learning experiences of benefit to employees and veterans.