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NLM EXTRAMURAL PROGRAMS

The Division of Extramural Programs (EP) at the National Library of Medicine (NLM) manages the institute's extramural research initiatives and funding. This includes policy oversight, peer review, and grant management, including research training and small business awards. The EP plays a crucial role in supporting innovative biomedical informatics and data science research conducted by extramural scientists.

NLM’s Research Mission

EP's research efforts contribute to advancements in the field of biomedical informatics and data science, with far-reaching implications for improving health and well-being.

Extramural Spotlight

Real-World Clinical Informatics:
Examining the Path from Discovery to Impact

Date: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET
Speakers: Drs. Hongfang Liu & Nigam Shah
Venue: Virtual
View the Recording: https://videocast.nih.gov/watch=56920

NLM Pre-Application Webinar: PAR-23-183 (G13)

NLM’s Division of Extramural Programs will host a public technical assistance webinar for PAR-23-183: NLM Grants for Scholarly Works in Biomedicine and Health (G13). NIH staff will overview the NOFO and answer general questions.
Date/Time: Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1:00–2:00 PM ET
Register: https://tinyurl.com/2wr5xzum
Notice: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-LM-25-005.html
Participation is optional and not required to apply. Attendees may submit questions in advance via the registration page or by emailing Dr. Ali Sharma (ali.sharma@nih.gov) by Dec 1, 2025.

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Extramural News

July 17, 2025 Revision: NIH Policy and Guidelines on the Inclusion of Women and Minorities as Subjects in Clinical Research
July 17, 2025 Flexibilities for Registration and Results Reporting of Prospective Basic Experimental Studies with Human Participants
July 17, 2025 Supporting Fairness and Originality in NIH Research Applications
July 17, 2025 NIH Announces a New Policy Requirement to Train Senior/Key Personnel on Other Support Disclosure Requirements

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Funding Spotlight

Through extramural funding, NLM fosters the advancement of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, contributes to biomedical informatics and data science advancement, and develops strategies to improve health.

NLM’s Research Highlights

NLM grantees foster scientific advancement that improves health, lengthens life, and reduce illness and disability.

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Last Reviewed: September 23, 2025