National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) (/ˈnaɪ.ɪndz/; NINDS) is a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that aims to reduce the burden of neurological disease - a burden borne by every age group, by every segment of society, by people all over the world.

Etymology

The term "National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke" is derived from its mission. The word "National" signifies its scope across the United States, "Institute" denotes its status as a research organization, "Neurological Disorders" refers to the range of conditions it addresses, and "Stroke" highlights one of the major diseases within its purview.

Function

The NINDS conducts and supports research on brain and nervous system disorders. It creates and implements research that will help prevent, treat, and ultimately cure neurological disorders. The institute also fosters the training of investigators in the basic and clinical neurosciences, and seeks better understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of neurological disorders.

Related Terms

• Neurology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
• Stroke: A medical condition in which poor blood flow to the brain results in cell death.
• Neurological Disorders: Diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system.
• National Institutes of Health: The primary agency of the United States government responsible for biomedical and public health research.

See Also

• Neuroscience
• Brain
• Nervous System
• Public Health

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
• Wikipedia's article - National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

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