A premier agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, comprising 27 Institutes and Centers, dedicated to conducting and supporting medical research to improve public health.
Investigative studies and experiments focused on understanding the mechanisms of diseases, developing treatments, and advancing medical knowledge to improve health outcomes.
Research studies that involve human participants to evaluate the safety and efficacy of new treatments, therapies, or interventions, often conducted or funded by NIH.
The process of applying findings from basic science research to develop new diagnostic tools, treatments, and interventions that can benefit patients, bridging the gap between laboratory discoveries and clinical applications.
The process of determining the complete DNA sequence of an organism’s genome, a field of research that NIH has significantly contributed to through initiatives like the Human Genome Project.
An approach to medical treatment that considers individual variability in genes, environment, and lifestyle, aiming to tailor interventions to the unique characteristics of each patient.
Programs and efforts by NIH to address public health challenges, promote preventive measures, and improve the overall health and well-being of populations.
One of the Institutes within NIH focused on cancer research, supporting studies to understand, prevent, and treat various forms of cancer.
An NIH Institute dedicated to researching and combating infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, influenza, and emerging global health threats.
An NIH Institute focused on mental health research, aiming to understand, treat, and prevent mental illnesses through scientific investigations.