Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH)
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- Trans-NIH Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) Research Working Group
- Inclusion of Women and Minorities in Clinical Research
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Research
The Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH) ensures that research conducted and supported by the NIH adequately addresses issues regarding women's health. ORWH stimulates and encourages basic and clinical research on the role of sex and gender in health and disease, and sets NIH research priorities in diseases, disorders, and conditions that primarily affect women.
NIH Strategic Plan for Women’s Health and Sex Differences Research
The current strategic plan provides a framework for women’s health and sex differences research within and beyond the NIH.
Advancing Novel Science in Women’s Health Research (ANSWHR)
ORWH developed and implemented ANSWHR, an R-21 funding opportunity co-sponsored by 23 NIH Institutes and Centers.
Funding Opportunities
The ORWH supports basic and clinical research related to women’s health and sex differences research through the NIH Institutes and Centers.
Trans-NIH Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) Research Working Group
This Working Group includes NIH IC scientists who provide expertise for ME/CFS research activities through regular meetings and workshops.
Inclusion of Women and Minorities in Clinical Research
The ORWH works in partnership with the NIH Institutes and Centers to ensure women and minorities are included in NIH-funded clinical research.
Global Health Research
ORWH participates in Trans-NIH programs engaged in global health research and research training activities.
Funded Research
Research projects supported by ORWH each year are a cohesive and interdisciplinary trans-NIH effort to address women’s health and sex and gender differences.
Additional Resources
Building a Foundation for Better Understanding of LBGT Health
- IOM report explores the state of the science on the health status of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. Read more.
NIH Priorities for Women’s Health Research
- The NIH strategic plan for women’s health and sex differences research identifies three cross-cutting themes for integrating women’s health into the biomedical research landscape. Read more.
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