Palisade Glaciers
Founded by John W. Severinghaus, MD, in 1958, the UCSF Hypoxia Research Laboratory is a leading center for the study of the effects of hypoxia on humans. As a leading center of hypoxia research, the laboratory has focused on oxygen transport, oxygen measurement, and high-altitude physiology. A major academic focus of the laboratory is pulse oximetry. We have a continuing interest in pulse oximeter development and provide accuracy testing of pulse oximeters and related devices for industry. We are a completely independent university-based testing facility with no ties to pulse oximeter manufacturers.