Biomedical research: a vital investment

Article Abstract:

Basic medical research at the National Institutes of Health is vital in fighting disease and promoting health, and cannot be taken over by industry. The chairman of the House subcommittee overseeing the NIH budget urges the public to convince his cost-cutting colleagues to support NIH research.

Political aspects

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NIH funding mechanisms need little defense

Article Abstract:

The National Institutes of Health is underfunded, buts its system of awarding grants has produced excellent research by worthy recipients. The funding of individuals and program projects of varying organizational structure is important. The NIH funding mechanism is detailed.

Evaluation, Grants-in-aid

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Continuous innovation in health

Article Abstract:

The movement towards consolidation of university medical centers threatens clinical-research funding. An all-payers tax assessment on health-care premiums to fund clinical research is suggested, to keep the monies separate from basic research.

Planning, Medical centers

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