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About us
The mission of the Center for Scientific Review (CSR) is to see that NIH grant applications receive fair, independent, expert, and timely scientific reviews — free from inappropriate influences — so NIH can fund the most promising research.
Who we are
Organization
The Center for Scientific Review (CSR) organizes the peer review of all NIH research proposals, cooperative agreements, and research & development contracts. We also receive all grant applications for NIH, as well as for some other components of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
Leadership
CSR’s leadership guides the work that advances its mission and supports biomedical research and discovery. Meet the leaders behind the mission and learn more about their careers and contributions.
Advisory Committees
CSR holds regular public meetings for several working groups on topics related to peer review.
Reviewers and applicants
For Reviewers
Reviewers are critical to our mission to see that NIH grant applications receive, fair, independent, expert, and timely scientific reviews. We appreciate the generosity with which reviewers give their time.
For Applicants
CSR’s primary role is to handle the receipt and review of all grant applications that NIH receives. NIH separates the review process from funding decisions.
CSR data and evaluations
Explore official metrics and findings directly.
History
CSR was established in 1946. Explore significant events and legislative milestones that shaped the center, its work, and its continuing role in advancing NIH’s mission.