US National Institutes of Health (NIH)

The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) is a government agency that funds and supports medical research to improve health and prevent diseases. It plays a key role in discovering new treatments, understanding health conditions, and advancing scientific knowledge. The NIH funds research at universities, hospitals, and labs across the country, and its work helps develop vaccines, medicines, and health policies. Essentially, the NIH aims to improve public health by supporting scientific efforts to understand and address health challenges.