PKD Research Biomaterials and Cellular Models Core

The PKD Biomaterials Core at KU Medical Center is the leading provider
of human Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease research biomaterials
in the United States and is a Core Resource for the PKD Foundation.

For Investigators

We provide human and animal PKD tissues and high quality biological
materials to investigators and to assist in the development and use of PKD
cellular models to test specific hypotheses and evaluate drug effects.
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For Patients

We are dedicated to researching PKD to find better treatments and ultimately,
a cure. If you are scheduled to have a PKD kidney removed, we hope you
will consider donating this valuable specimen for medical research.
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