National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), founded in 1948 with a budget of $180,000. Today, NIAID has a budget of over $5.9 billion and is the primary agency responsible for conducting and supporting research on infectious and immunologic diseases. NIAID's research portfolio includes diseases such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and influenza, as well as emerging and re-emerging diseases like COVID-19 and Ebola. The institute is led by Director Anthony S. Fauci, who has been a key figure in the US response to the COVID-19 pandemic. With a Vibe score of 85, NIAID is widely recognized for its critical role in advancing our understanding of infectious diseases and developing effective treatments and vaccines. As the world continues to grapple with the challenges of infectious diseases, NIAID's work will remain crucial in shaping the future of global health.