Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the largest public funder of biomedical and behavioral research worldwide. It supports scientific discoveries that improve health outcomes and advance science globally.
Through decades of sustained investment, the NIH has contributed to numerous breakthroughs that have positively impacted public health and driven scientific innovation, according to official statements.
Evaluations of NIH activities reveal a range of long-term benefits, with evidence gathered from targeted research on specific health topics as well as comprehensive analyses of the institution’s overall impact.
This extensive research funding demonstrates NIH’s role in delivering value to the public’s investment by enhancing health and serving society in multiple ways.