Divisions, Offices and Centers
List of divisions, offices, and centers
Center for Translation Research and Implementation Science
The Center for Translation Research and Implementation Science (CTRIS) plans, fosters, and supports research to identify the best strategies for ensuring successful integration of evidence-based interventions within clinical and public health settings.
Division of Blood Diseases and Resources
The Division of Blood Diseases and Resources (DBDR) is a leader in research on the causes, prevention, and treatment of non-neoplastic blood diseases.
Division of Cardiovascular Sciences
The Division of Cardiovascular Sciences (DCVS) supports research to advance understanding of and interventions for promoting heart and vascular health across the lifespan.
Division of Extramural Research Activities
The NHLBI Division of Extramural Research Activities (DERA) provides leadership and advice to the NHLBI Director on developing, implementing, and coordinating extramural research contract, grant, and training program policies.
Division of Intramural Research
The mission of the NHLBI Division of Intramural Research (DIR), otherwise known as the Bethesda Labs, is to perform robust scientific and clinical research that leads to a better understanding of biology and clinical pathology.
Division of Lung Diseases
The Division of Lung Diseases (DLD) supports research on the causes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of lung diseases and sleep disorders.
Office of the Director
The Office of the Director (OD) provides overall planning, direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Institute's programs.