National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)

The National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) is a part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health that funds basic scientific research to understand how living organisms function. Its goal is to support studies in areas like cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, and medicine, which help uncover fundamental biological processes. This knowledge lays the groundwork for developing new treatments and innovations in healthcare. NIGMS’s work is essential for advancing scientific understanding and improving health outcomes by encouraging innovative research that benefits all fields of medicine and biology.