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NIH Launches Significant Initiatives to Enhance Human-Centric Research Infrastructure and Technologies

  • September 21, 2026

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    NIH has launched five major initiatives to advance human-based research infrastructure and technologies, reducing reliance on animal models.

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    The initiatives include over $88 million for biomedical infrastructure projects and a challenge with awards exceeding $7 million for quantum-enabled approaches.

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    NIH will establish a Bio Genesis Autonomous Human Biology Laboratory to integrate organoid models, robotics, AI, and advanced data capabilities.

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    NIH seeks to recruit grant reviewers with expertise in human-based science to enhance the evaluation of emerging technologies.

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    A request for information will explore the feasibility of annual reporting on vertebrate animal use in NIH-funded research to improve transparency.

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NIH makes major investments to advance human-based research infrastructure and technologies

  • September 21, 2026

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