California Institute of Immunology and Immunotherapy (CIII)

About the Institute

On January 4, 2024, the California Institute of Immunology and Immunotherapy (CIII) celebrated the establishment of its future home at UCLA Research Park in Los Angeles.

Michelson Philanthropies founder Dr. Gary K. Michelson and Michelson Philanthropies co-chair Alya Michelson joined Governor Gavin Newsom, UC leaders, and other philanthropists to announce the purchase of a 700,000 square foot property at the site of the former Westside Pavilion mall. The research park will also be home to the Center for Quantum Science and Engineering.

CIII will become a hub of innovation and the world’s leading center for decoding the human immune system. The pioneering research center, uniquely combining quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and biomedical research, holds immense potential to revolutionize how we treat diseases and solve global climate challenges.

A range of researchers and investigators will pursue their discoveries and innovations at CIII to make profound, lifesaving advancements in the landscape of immunological research, medical innovation, and human health.

The Future Home of CIII

UCLA has transformed the former Westside Pavilion shopping mall into the future home of the California Institute for Immunology and Immunotherapy, within the new UCLA Research Park. This 700,000-square-foot facility will become a cutting-edge center for groundbreaking research, bringing together top scientists, industry leaders, and scholars to advance immunology and immunotherapy. Supported by a $500 million state investment and significant contributions from key donors, the institute will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of medicine,

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