Exterior photo of TIRR Memorial Hermann Research CenterTIRR Memorial Hermann changes lives by improving outcomes, offering hope and maximizing independence for people affected by disabling injury or illness.

For more than 60 years, our standing as one of America's leading rehabilitation hospitals has been built on our unwavering commitment to patient care, education, and groundbreaking research. Our research program is at the heart of our work. It is where innovation meets application, and where our teams pioneer the treatments and technologies that will become the standard of care.

With a robust and actively funded portfolio, our investigators are at the forefront of their fields, conducting investigator-initiated, translational research that turns scientific discovery into real-world recovery. This commitment to research is fundamental to our identity and a key reason why TIRR Memorial Hermann continues to redefine rehabilitation. 

TIRR Memorial Hermann Research Mission

Lead meaningful improvement in lives of persons living with disabilities through fostering innovative research, empowering communities, spearheading advocacy, and creating a legacy by training the next generation of leaders in rehabilitation and research.

Strategic Objectives

  • Research – leaders in Rehabilitation Research
  • Innovation – Boldly challenge existing paradigms in rehabilitation research and care
  • Service, Policy and Advocacy – Be thought leaders in galvanizing action to advance positive change
  • Education and Training – Develop expertise to foster research, innovation and advocacy leadership 

For more information regarding clinical trials, please visit clinicaltrials.gov or you may email us at research@memorialhermann.org.

Patient walks with help of exoskeleton

NeuroRecovery Research Center


Patient walks with help of exoskeleton

The NeuroRecovery Research Center (NRRC) forms the umbrella for seven independent laboratories at TIRR Memorial Hermann that collaborate on basic science studies and clinical trials.

Learn More
Woman going through rehabilitation with therapists

Brain Health and Rehabilitation Research Center (BHRCC)


Woman going through rehabilitation with therapists

Shaping the future of brain health across the continuum of recovery and rehabilitation.

Learn More
The ILRU program at TIRR Memorial Hermann is a national resource on ADA civil rights and independent living, offering robust training, research, and technical assistance.

Spinal Cord Injury and Disability Research Center (SCIDRC)


The ILRU program at TIRR Memorial Hermann is a national resource on ADA civil rights and independent living, offering robust training, research, and technical assistance.

Helping to improve functional recovery, health and quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI), and other physical disabilities and home of the Texas Model Spinal Cord Injury System ...

Learn More
TIRR Memorial Hermann patient, Angel Maldonado, uses assistive devices.

Disability Research Education and Consulting


TIRR Memorial Hermann patient, Angel Maldonado, uses assistive devices.

TIRR Memorial Hermann provides comprehensive resources necessary to achieve an advanced level of independence to support self-direction for persons with disabilities.

Learn More

Learning Health System

The Learning Health System (LHS) at TIRR Memorial Hermann is built upon the principle of continuously collecting, analyzing and applying data-derived evidence to consistently drive improvements in patient care. Our LHS framework helps us to deliver excellence in care, especially for patients with the highest levels of medical complexity.

Learn More

In The News

  • Houston Chronicle Logo

    Decoding the Silence: Understanding and Treating Disorders of Consciousness at TIRR Memorial Hermann

    The DoC program at TIRR Memorial Hermann, the #2 rehabilitation hospital in the U.S. and best in Texas, is addressing DoC rehabilitation challenges in a new clinical study using a first-of-its-kind brain-computer interface (BCI) and augmented reality (AR) headset device.

    Read More
  • Read about Houstons Morning Show interviews Dr Vahidy

    Houston's Morning Show Interviews Dr. Vahidy

    Learn more about Brain Injury Awareness month with Dr. Vahidy on Houston's Morning Show.

    Read More

Meet the Researchers


We're integrating the input of physicians, nurses and therapists to guide our innovations.

TIRR Journal


Read the quarterly TIRR Memorial Hermann Journal, which features the latest research findings and news from TIRR Memorial Hermann.

TIRR Insights

Fill out the form below to get updates on upcoming TIRR Memorial Hermann continuing education offerings.

Please Select Your Interests:


Thank
You!

Thank you for joining TIRR Insights! We look forward to staying connected with you.

Health Care Professionals