U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH)

The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) is a government agency dedicated to improving health by funding medical research. It supports scientists studying how the body works, what causes diseases, and how to prevent or treat them. NIH provides grants to research institutions and hospitals across the country. Its goal is to discover knowledge that can lead to better health outcomes, new treatments, and improved medical practices. As a key part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, NIH plays a vital role in advancing health science and innovation.