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	'''National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering''' (NIBIB) is ~~an institute within~~ the [[National Institutes of Health]] (NIH) in the United States dedicated to improving health by leading the development and accelerating the application of biomedical technologies. The institute ~~is committed to integrating the physical~~ and ~~engineering sciences~~ with the ~~life sciences to advance basic research~~ and ~~medical care~~.		{{short description\|U.S. government research institute}}
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			[[File:NIH_NIBIB_Vertical_Logo_2Color.jpg\|National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering Logo\|thumb\|right]]

			The '''National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering''' ('''NIBIB''') is a part of the [[United States National Institutes of Health]] (NIH), which is an agency of the [[United States Department of Health and Human Services]]. NIBIB is dedicated to improving health by leading the development and accelerating the application of biomedical technologies. The institute supports research and development in biomedical imaging and bioengineering, with the goal of improving the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases.

	==History==		==History==
	NIBIB was established in December 2000, following the passage of the ~~Public Health Improvement~~ Act. ~~Its creation~~ was ~~the result of a growing recognition of the importance of biomedical imaging and bioengineering~~ to the ~~health~~ and ~~well-being of people. The institute was tasked~~ with ~~supporting~~ research~~, coordinating with other NIH institutes,~~ and ~~promoting the translation of scientific discoveries into effective health interventions~~.		The NIBIB was established by the [[United States Congress]] in December 2000, following the passage of the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering Establishment Act. The institute was created to integrate the physical and engineering sciences with the life sciences to advance basic research and medical care.

	==Mission ~~and Goals~~==		==Mission==
	The mission of NIBIB is to improve health by leading the development and accelerating the application of biomedical technologies. The institute ~~aims to:~~		The mission of NIBIB is to improve health by leading the development and accelerating the application of biomedical technologies. The institute supports research in areas such as [[biomedical imaging]], [[bioengineering]], and [[biomaterials]].
	* Support multidisciplinary research in biomedical imaging ~~and~~ bioengineering.
	* Facilitate the integration of the physical and ~~life sciences.~~
	* Promote partnerships with industry to improve health care.

	==Research Areas==		==Research Areas==
	NIBIB supports a wide range of research areas ~~at the intersection of engineering and the biological and physical sciences. These include~~, ~~but are not limited to~~:		NIBIB supports a wide range of research areas, including:
	* [[Biomedical Imaging]]: ~~Development~~ and ~~enhancement~~ of ~~technologies such as MRI, PET, ultrasound, and X-ray for diagnosing and treating~~ diseases.
	* [[Bioengineering]]: ~~Application of~~ engineering principles to biological systems for ~~developing technologies like artificial organs, tissue engineering~~, and ~~biomaterials~~.		* '''Biomedical Imaging''': Developing new imaging technologies to improve the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
	* [[~~Informatics~~]]~~: Use~~ of ~~computational tools and algorithms~~ to ~~analyze biological data~~ and ~~improve healthcare delivery~~.		* '''Bioengineering''': Applying engineering principles to biological systems to develop new medical devices and therapies.
	* [[~~Nanotechnology~~]]~~: Design~~ and ~~application~~ of ~~nano-scale devices for diagnostics, drug delivery,~~ and ~~imaging~~.		* '''Biomaterials''': Creating new materials for use in medical applications, such as implants and prosthetics.

			==Leadership==
			[[File:Roderic_I._Pettigrew_in_2022_01.jpg\|Roderic I. Pettigrew in 2022\|thumb\|left]]
			The first director of NIBIB was [[Roderic I. Pettigrew]], who served from 2002 to 2017. Under his leadership, the institute expanded its research portfolio and increased its impact on the field of biomedical engineering.

			[[File:Bruce_J._Tromberg.jpg\|Bruce J. Tromberg\|thumb\|right]]
			The current director is [[Bruce J. Tromberg]], who has been leading the institute since 2019. Tromberg is known for his work in the field of optics and photonics, and he continues to advance the institute's mission of integrating engineering and physical sciences with the life sciences.

			==Programs and Initiatives==
			NIBIB supports a variety of programs and initiatives aimed at advancing biomedical technologies. These include:

	~~==Education~~ and ~~Training==~~		* '''Training and Career Development''': Programs to support the next generation of researchers in biomedical imaging and bioengineering.
	~~NIBIB is committed~~ to ~~educating and training~~ the next generation of ~~leaders~~ in biomedical imaging and bioengineering. ~~The institute supports training programs~~ and ~~fellowships at various levels~~, ~~from undergraduate to postdoctoral~~, to ~~foster interdisciplinary~~ research and ~~innovation~~.		* '''Technology Development''': Initiatives to accelerate the development and commercialization of new technologies.
			* '''Collaborative Research''': Partnerships with other NIH institutes, government agencies, and private organizations to advance research in biomedical imaging and bioengineering.

	==~~Public Engagement~~==		==Outreach and Education==
	~~The institute also engages with~~ the public and ~~stakeholders through outreach~~ and ~~educational programs. These initiatives aim~~ to ~~increase awareness of~~ the role of ~~biomedical~~ imaging ~~and bioengineering~~ in ~~improving health and to inspire future scientists and engineers~~.		[[File:Understanding_Med_Scans_Mobile_App.jpg\|Understanding Medical Scans Mobile App\|thumb\|left]]
			NIBIB is committed to educating the public about biomedical imaging and bioengineering. The institute develops educational materials and resources, such as the "Understanding Medical Scans" mobile app, to help people understand the role of imaging in healthcare.

	==~~Funding~~==		==Exhibits and Events==
	NIBIB ~~funds research through grants, contracts,~~ and ~~cooperative agreements. It supports investigators~~ in ~~universities, medical institutions, and other research organizations across the United States~~ and ~~abroad~~. The ~~institute also collaborates with other NIH institutes and federal agencies to co-fund interdisciplinary research projects~~.		[[File:Then&NowExhibit.jpg\|Then & Now Exhibit\|thumb\|right]]
			NIBIB participates in various exhibits and events to showcase advances in biomedical imaging and bioengineering. The "Then & Now" exhibit highlights the progress made in the field over the years.

	==~~Impact~~==		==Related Pages==
	~~The work supported by NIBIB has led to significant advancements in healthcare, including the development~~ of new diagnostic tools, therapies, and medical devices. These innovations have improved the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of conditions, enhancing the quality of life for patients around the world.		* [[National Institutes of Health]]
			* [[Biomedical engineering]]
			* [[Medical imaging]]

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	~~File~~:~~Roderic_I._Pettigrew_in_2022_01.jpg\|Roderic I. Pettigrew~~ in ~~2022~~
	~~File:Jill_Heemskerk.jpg\|Jill Heemskerk~~
	~~File:Bruce_J._Tromberg.jpg\|Bruce J. Tromberg~~
	~~File:Then&NowExhibit.jpg\|Then & Now Exhibit~~
	~~File:Understanding_Med_Scans_Mobile_App.jpg\|Understanding Med Scans Mobile App~~
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	~~File:NIH_NIBIB_Vertical_Logo_2Color.jpg\|National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering Logo~~
	~~File~~:~~Noimage.svg\|National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and~~ Bioengineering
	~~File:Roderic_I._Pettigrew_in_2022_01.jpg\|Roderic I. Pettigrew in 2022~~
	~~File:Jill_Heemskerk.jpg\|Jill Heemskerk~~
	~~File:Bruce_J._Tromberg.jpg\|Bruce J. Tromberg~~
	~~File:Then&NowExhibit.jpg\|Then & Now Exhibit~~
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'''National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering''' (NIBIB) is an institute within the [[National Institutes of Health]] (NIH) in the United States dedicated to improving health by leading the development and accelerating the application of biomedical technologies. The institute is committed to integrating the physical and engineering sciences with the life sciences to advance basic research and medical care.

==History==
NIBIB was established in December 2000, following the passage of the Public Health Improvement Act. Its creation was the result of a growing recognition of the importance of biomedical imaging and bioengineering to the health and well-being of people. The institute was tasked with supporting research, coordinating with other NIH institutes, and promoting the translation of scientific discoveries into effective health interventions.

==Mission and Goals==
The mission of NIBIB is to improve health by leading the development and accelerating the application of biomedical technologies. The institute aims to:
* Support multidisciplinary research in biomedical imaging and bioengineering.
* Facilitate the integration of the physical and life sciences.
* Promote partnerships with industry to improve health care.

==Research Areas==
NIBIB supports a wide range of research areas at the intersection of engineering and the biological and physical sciences. These include, but are not limited to:
* [[Biomedical Imaging]]: Development and enhancement of technologies such as MRI, PET, ultrasound, and X-ray for diagnosing and treating diseases.
* [[Bioengineering]]: Application of engineering principles to biological systems for developing technologies like artificial organs, tissue engineering, and biomaterials.
* [[Informatics]]: Use of computational tools and algorithms to analyze biological data and improve healthcare delivery.
* [[Nanotechnology]]: Design and application of nano-scale devices for diagnostics, drug delivery, and imaging.

==Education and Training==
NIBIB is committed to educating and training the next generation of leaders in biomedical imaging and bioengineering. The institute supports training programs and fellowships at various levels, from undergraduate to postdoctoral, to foster interdisciplinary research and innovation.

==Public Engagement==
The institute also engages with the public and stakeholders through outreach and educational programs. These initiatives aim to increase awareness of the role of biomedical imaging and bioengineering in improving health and to inspire future scientists and engineers.

==Funding==
NIBIB funds research through grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements. It supports investigators in universities, medical institutions, and other research organizations across the United States and abroad. The institute also collaborates with other NIH institutes and federal agencies to co-fund interdisciplinary research projects.

==Impact==
The work supported by NIBIB has led to significant advancements in healthcare, including the development of new diagnostic tools, therapies, and medical devices. These innovations have improved the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of conditions, enhancing the quality of life for patients around the world.

[[Category:National Institutes of Health]]
[[Category:Biomedical engineering]]
[[Category:Medical research institutes in the United States]]
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