The engine of discovery at St. Jude is powered by some of the brightest minds in science and medicine, equipped with world-class resources and driven by the shared mission of advancing cures. We understand that fundamental science builds the foundation for clinical impact, and we are committed to supporting hypothesis-driven and exploratory research that asks daring questions to drive innovation. 

The mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Consistent with the vision of our founder Danny Thomas, no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family’s ability to pay.