National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
Research ServicesMaryland, United States201-500 Employees
NIDDK is a research-focused institute dedicated to understanding and addressing diseases within the diabetes, digestive, and kidney systems. It advances medical knowledge primarily by providing grants to universities and other research organizations nationwide, supporting a range of basic, translational, and clinical investigations conducted by government scientists aligned with the institute’s mission. The organization also backs training programs for students and scientists and shares evidence-based information with patients, families, healthcare professionals, and the broader public. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, the institute employs a workforce of several hundred people and operates within the research services sector. Its work brings together academia, government researchers, and health professionals to tackle chronic diseases related to its focus areas, contributing to clinical care and public health information.