2026 School of Medicine Leadership Retreat

We are entering a pivotal moment for the UCSF research mission - one shaped by extraordinary scientific opportunity, rapid technological change, and shifting expectations from the communities we serve. This year's retreat will bring together faculty, department chairs, institutional leaders, and outside experts to assess our collective strengths and define a shared vision for the decade ahead. 

Across our conversations, we will explore central questions that will shape the future of UCSF research: 

• How do we build resilience in an environment marked by shifting scientific, economic, and societal pressures? 

• How can we inspire, support, and retain the next generation of scientific leaders, ensuring a vibrant and diverse research community? 

• How should we harness emerging technologies - from AI and data platforms to new modalities of discovery-to accelerate progress and increase impact? 

• How do we engage the public more authentically, strengthening trust in science and deepening our connection to the communities we serve? 

Ultimately, how should the UCSF School of Medicine evolve to stay true to our mission while adapting to a rapidly changing environment?