Stanford RNA Medicine Program

The Stanford RNA Medicine Program (RAMP) is an incubator laboratory focused on advancing RNA-based science and applications. We conduct cutting-edge research, partner with academia, industry and foundations, and provide technology support and resources to the Stanford RNA community.

Our expertise spans RNA functional element design, functional screens, RNA purification, and innovative delivery technologies including lipid nanoparticles (LNP). Our mission is to accelerate the translation of RNA discoveries into precision medicine breakthroughs.

Stanford’s Impact on RNA Medicine

From Nobel Prize-winning discoveries to pioneering therapeutics and NIH-funded breakthroughs, Stanford continues to lead the global transformation of RNA science into next-generation medicines.

>30

Collaborative RNA labs

10,000+

RNA publications

2

Nobel Prizes in RNA science

Core Research Pillars

The critical technical hurdles we are actively solving to unlock the programmable potential of RNA medicine.

Synthetic Discovery

Overcoming the limits of natural biology by engineering synthetic regulatory elements and structural motifs designed for therapeutic precision.

Precise Delivery

Optimizing LNP chemistries for tissue-specific targeting, overcoming systemic barriers to reach the brain, lung, and immune system.

RNA Engineering

Generation of complex RNA libraries, customized to specific project targets and objectives to enable programmable therapeutic control.

Accelerating Selection

High-throughput in vitro screening and in vivo evaluation of RNA constructs and delivery platforms to identify high-performance candidates at scale.

A Bridge to Innovation

We offer streamlined legal and operational models for industry partners and internal collaborators, ensuring that intellectual property and research data are managed with institutional precision.

Supporting high-growth RNA startups with lab equipment access, guidance, and expertise.

Venture Support

Co-developing novel molecules and publications with shared risk and reward models.

Joint R&D

Accelerate Discovery

Collaborate with us on cutting-edge applications of RNA and LNP technology.

Academic Collaboration
Discovery research for proof-of-concept data generation, grant applications, and publications.

Strategic Alliances
Joint ventures with industry leaders for therapeutic development.