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Our mission
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) provides global leadership for a research, training, and education program to promote the prevention and treatment of heart, lung, and blood disorders and enhance the health of all individuals so that they can live longer and more fulfilling lives.
Who we are
Leadership
NHLBI’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.
Research and grants
Our research
Learn how NHLBI research is transforming care and improving the health of people with heart, lung, blood, and sleep conditions.
Our grants
Discover active funding opportunity announcements, NHLBI funding areas, and contacts. Take time to learn about each step in the grants process from planning to apply through developing and submitting your application to award and post-award reporting.
Budget
Each year, the NHLBI receives its budget from the United States Congress. Learn more about our budget and how it funds our programs and research priorities.
History
NHLBI was established in 1948. Explore significant events and legislative milestones that shaped the institute, its work, and its continuing role in advancing NIH’s mission.