National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)

Our mission

The mission of the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases is to support research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases; the training of basic and clinical scientists to carry out this research; and the dissemination of information on research progress in these diseases.

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Who we are

Almost every household in America is affected by diseases of the bones, joints, muscles, and skin. NIAMS works to understand and treat such diseases and conditions. We support research through our extramural and intramural research programs.
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Our organization

NIAMS organizational structure includes three major divisions.

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Leadership

NIAMS' 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.

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Working Groups and Committees

NIAMS hosts and participates in a number of working groups and committees that bring together representatives from the scientific and lay communities to work collectively and collaboratively.

Research and grants

Our world-class investigators, staff, and trainees conduct research and clinical trials on the immune system, bones, joints, muscles, and skin. They develop novel diagnostic tools to analyze these systems and treatments for the diseases that affect them.
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Our research

Explore clinical studies and research for diseases of the immune system, bones, joints, muscles, and skin. Learn about our state-of-the-art instruments and technologies that support and assist our labs.

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Our grants

We invite you to explore this site to learn about our supported scientific programs and to find resources to help identify funding opportunities and manage grant awards.

Budget

NIAMS research has led to new discoveries in our understanding of the normal function of bones, joints, muscles, and skin, and the diseases that affect them. The institute receives its budget from the U.S. Congress as part of the federal budget process through funding for the Department of Health and Human Services and the NIH.

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History

NIAMS was established in 1986. Explore significant events and legislative milestones that shaped the Institute, its work, and its continuing role in advancing NIH’s mission.

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Contact us

NIAMS
Building 31 – 4C32
31 Center Drive
Bethesda, MD 20892-0004