Civics 101

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

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Jun 12, 2018
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NIH's Mission

  • The NIH's mission is to seek fundamental knowledge about living systems.
  • They apply that knowledge to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness.
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NIH Structure

  • The NIH comprises 27 institutes and centers.
  • These focus on specific diseases, organ systems, or fundamental research.
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NIH Funding

  • The NIH receives funding through congressional appropriations.
  • Each institute and center gets its own appropriation.
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