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NIHR

The NIHR, or National Institute for Health Research, is the UK's main organization that funds and supports health research. Its goal is to improve health and healthcare by funding studies that develop new treatments, ways of diagnosing illnesses, and health policies. The NIHR collaborates with universities, hospitals, and other organizations to ensure that research findings translate into better patient care and health outcomes. It also helps train healthcare professionals and ensures that research is relevant to real-world health issues. Overall, it aims to advance medical knowledge and improve lives through research.