University of California San Francisco

Leading Hypoxia Research

Our laboratory focuses on oxygen transport, O2 measurement, hypoxia tolerance, & high-altitude physiology.

Areas of Research

A major focus of the laboratory is the evaluation of pulse oximeter performance, especially as relates to accuracy in people of all genders, sizes, and skin colors.  We partner with the UCSF Center for Health Equity in Surgery & Anesthesia to reduce health disparities by improving access to safe pulse oximeters worldwide. We are an independent university-based testing facility with non-profit status through UCSF.

Human Adaptation to High Altitude

Controlled Desaturation Studies

Oximetry Device Testing & Development

Clinical Trials

Regulatory Science

Medical Devices for Public Health Crises

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