These institutions represent the lion’s share of academic research in the region extending from Manhattan, Kansas to Columbia, Missouri. Comprised of research universities, institutes, and hospitals, they represent the primary source of new discoveries and innovations leading to the development of new drugs, devices, and therapies.

• Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics

• Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences

• Kansas State University

• Midwest Research Institute

• Saint Luke's Health System

• Truman Medical Centers

• University of Kansas

• University of Kansas Medical Center

• University of Missouri

• University of Missouri-Kansas City