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Our Mission
At NINR, we are focused on leading nursing research to solve pressing health challenges and inform practice and policy, optimizing health for all.
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During this season of giving, we at the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) extend our heartfelt thanks to the nursing community, including nurse scientists, trainees, educators, nursing clinical partners, and the many teams who advance rigorous, solutions-focused research to improve health and prevent disease.
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On June 11, 2025, NINR hosted the convening, Advancing Nursing Research to Support Healthy School Environments for All. The overall goal of the convening was to elevate the role of nursing research in promoting healthy school environments to improve health and prevent chronic disease for all students.
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On June 2-3, 2025, NINR’s Artificial Intelligence Boot Camp explored the impact of AI on health, health research, and clinical practice. The goal of the bootcamp was to facilitate foundational understanding of AI principles, identify actionable steps to incorporate AI into research and clinical practice, and outline ethical considerations for AI adoption.
Funding opportunities that improve health outcomes
NINR believes that nursing research is the key to unlocking the power and potential of nursing. NINR offers grants to individuals at all points in their career, from early investigators to established scientists. NINR grants also support small businesses and research centers.
Research Funding
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Small Business
Technical and financial support for the development of new and innovative products and services in support of NINR's mission.
Training Funding
Mechanisms and awards for training the next generation of nurse scientists at all levels of education.
