NIH Flashcards
What does NIH stand for?
National Institutes of Health
True or False: NIH funding is only available for clinical research.
False
Fill in the blank: The NIH is part of the ______ Department.
U.S. Health and Human Services
What is the primary purpose of NIH-funded research?
To enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability.
Which type of research does the NIH primarily support?
Biomedical and behavioral research.
What is the largest funder of biomedical research in the world?
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
True or False: NIH grants are awarded based on peer review.
True
What grant mechanism is most commonly used by NIH?
R01 grants
Fill in the blank: The NIH operates ______ institutes and centers.
27
What is the purpose of the NIH’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program?
To support small businesses in developing innovative technologies.
What does the term ‘extramural research’ refer to in the context of NIH funding?
Research conducted outside of NIH facilities.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a focus area for NIH funding? A) Cancer B) Diabetes C) Space Exploration
C) Space Exploration
What is the role of the NIH Peer Review process?
To evaluate the quality and potential impact of research proposals.
True or False: NIH-funded research must be conducted in the United States.
False
What type of research does the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) focus on?
Mental health and disorders.
Fill in the blank: NIH grants are typically awarded for ______ years.
1 to 5
What is the NIH Research Portfolio Online Reporting Tools (RePORT)?
A system that provides access to NIH research funding data.
What is the main goal of the NIH’s All of Us Research Program?
To gather health data from diverse populations to improve precision medicine.
Multiple Choice: Which NIH institute focuses on heart, lung, and blood diseases? A) NIMH B) NHLBI C) NCI
B) NHLBI
What type of research is the National Cancer Institute (NCI) primarily concerned with?
Cancer research.
True or False: NIH funding is exclusively for academic institutions.
False
What is a key requirement for receiving NIH funding?
The proposed research must have scientific merit.
Fill in the blank: The NIH also provides funding for ______ training and career development.
scientific
What is the focus of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)?
Research on infectious diseases and immune system disorders.
