Kelsey Research Foundation

Kelsey Research Foundation Kelsey Research Foundation's (KRF) mission is to advance medical research and provide health education opportunities for all Houstonians. In 1956, Drs.

John Kelsey, Mavis Kelsey, William Leary, and Albert Owers established the Kelsey and Leary Foundation (KRF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Its mission is to collaborate with other leading research, education and healthcare organizations locally and nationally to improve the health of our community and the quality of patient care, assist people in making more informed decisions about their health and lead healthier lives, and provide research and patient education opportunities. Initially, the KRF made grants to institutions and research programs in the Texas Medical Center, including funding for the first electron microscope used in clinical medicine at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and intra-aortic balloon pump for the Texas Heart Institute, among many others. Currently, the areas of focus for Kelsey Research Foundation include cancer care and cancer survivorship support, epilepsy, digestive diseases, and the use of fecal microbiota transplantation to restore the intestinal microbiota of people with conditions associated with a loss of gut diversity, or dysbiosis. KRF also conducts clinical and health outcomes research -investigator initiated as well as government and industry funded- in these key focus areas.

From all of us at the Kelsey Research Foundation, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎄✨Thank you to our community, part...
12/25/2025

From all of us at the Kelsey Research Foundation, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎄✨

Thank you to our community, partners, and clinical trial participants for your continued support and dedication. Wishing you a season filled with joy, health, and hope for the year ahead.

12/22/2025

Happy holidays from ours to yours.

We are delighted to announce that the U.S. POINTER study has been highlighted in JAMA Network’s Medical News featuring 9...
12/19/2025

We are delighted to announce that the U.S. POINTER study has been highlighted in JAMA Network’s Medical News featuring 9 of the most novel, newsworthy, and impactful studies published in JAMA from October 2024 - September 2025.

This recognition underscores the incredible impact of unwavering dedication and hard work in advancing Alzheimer’s research. Read more via our link below!

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2842894?utm_source=postup_jn&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=article_alert-jamaai&utm_content=research_of_the_year25&utm_term=121525

Our U.S. POINTER clinical trial alumni + The Nutcracker = holiday magic ✨ Thankful for this incredible community and a f...
12/18/2025

Our U.S. POINTER clinical trial alumni + The Nutcracker = holiday magic ✨ Thankful for this incredible community and a festive night at the Houston Ballet. 🩰

12/16/2025

Not only is dancing fun but it keeps you moving, boosts balance, and can help lower the risk of Alzheimer’s as we age.

Our team can’t wait to see you at the 32nd Annual Golf Tournament! ⛳
12/14/2025

Our team can’t wait to see you at the 32nd Annual Golf Tournament! ⛳

Let us reintroduce our President and CEO, Ashley Alexander. She is the first female and youngest CEO in the foundation’s...
12/11/2025

Let us reintroduce our President and CEO, Ashley Alexander. She is the first female and youngest CEO in the foundation’s nearly 70-year history.

Throughout her tenure of almost 10 years, she’s been working, along with her team, to ensure the Kelsey Research Foundation continues its mission of advancing medical research and providing health education opportunities to all Houstonians.

📣 Announcing our 2026 Golf Classic on April 20th at PALMER COURSE at The Woodlands Country Club. Tag your foursome in th...
12/09/2025

📣 Announcing our 2026 Golf Classic on April 20th at PALMER COURSE at The Woodlands Country Club. Tag your foursome in the comments!

This is the impact that our U.S. POINTER program has had on our alumni! Get it, Susan! 👏
12/01/2025

This is the impact that our U.S. POINTER program has had on our alumni! Get it, Susan! 👏

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In 1956, Drs. John Kelsey, Mavis Kelsey, William Leary, and Albert Owers established the Kelsey and Leary Foundation (KRF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Its mission is to collaborate with other leading research, education and healthcare organizations locally and nationally to improve the health of our community and the quality of patient care, assist people in making more informed decisions about their health and lead healthier lives, and provide research and patient education opportunities. Initially, the KRF made grants to institutions and research programs in the Texas Medical Center, including funding for the first electron microscope used in clinical medicine at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and intra-aortic balloon pump for the Texas Heart Institute, among many others. Currently, the areas of focus for Kelsey Research Foundation include cancer care and cancer survivorship support, epilepsy, digestive diseases, and the use of f***l microbiota transplantation to restore the intestinal microbiota of people with conditions associated with a loss of gut diversity, or dysbiosis. KRF also conducts clinical and health outcomes research -investigator initiated as well as government and industry funded- in these key focus areas.