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Messages about Basic Research

Excellent to the “Core”: World Class Neuroimaging at NIMH

Peter Bandettini, Ph.D., Chief of the Section on Functional Imaging Methods and Director of the Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging Core Facility, on behalf of the NIMH Intramural Research Program on 75th Anniversary

The NIMH Intramural Research program has been a world leader in developing and implementing advanced brain imaging technology that has allowed us to delve into the complex circuitry of the human brain. Learn more about their role in developing, implementing, and supporting the use of imaging technology in this guest-written Director’s Message.

Decoding the Mind: Basic Science Revolutionizes Treatment of Mental Illnesses

By Linda Brady, Margaret Grabb, Susan Koester, Yael Mandelblat-Cerf, David Panchision, Jonathan Pevsner, Ashlee Van’t-Veer, and Aleksandra Vicentic on behalf of the NIMH Division of Neuroscience and Basic Behavioral Science on 75th Anniversary

In this Director’s Message guest authored by the Division of Neuroscience and Basic Behavioral Science, learn about NIMH's investments in basic neuroscience, genetics, and behavioral research that have helped improve the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses.

Supporting HIV Research From Cell to Society

Michael Stirratt, Jeymohan Joseph, Christopher Gordon, and Dianne Rausch on behalf of the NIMH Division of AIDS Research on 75th Anniversary

Did you know that NIMH’s 75 years of mental health research includes over 40 years of HIV research? Learn about NIMH's investments in HIV research in this guest-written Director's message from NIMH's Division of AIDS Research.