Today, NAVREF submitted the attached letter to the Trump Transition team, outlining strategic recommendations to enhance the future of VA research and development. This letter highlights critical areas requiring attention and support to ensure sustained growth and innovation within the VA research community.

NAVREF's letter emphasizes the importance of expanding resources for veteran-centric clinical trials, boosting funding for cutting-edge research initiatives, and fostering stronger partnerships between the VA and the private sector. The recommendations aim to strengthen the infrastructure for scientific discovery and improve health outcomes for veterans across the nation.

The submission underscores NAVREF's ongoing advocacy for increased federal investment in VA research, which has been instrumental in breakthroughs in mental health, toxic exposure treatments, and precision medicine.