National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

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Celebrate NIDDK's 75th Anniversary

Learn about NIDDK’s contributions and how we’ll keep advancing research and health for all.

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NIDDK Recent Advances and Emerging Opportunities 2025

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April is IBS Awareness Month

This IBS Awareness Month, learn how to manage symptoms and explore treatment options.

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Catalytic Tool and Technology Development Webinar Series: Kidney Imaging

April 1, 2025

In the News

Dec. 30, 2024

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NIH study demonstrates long-term benefits of weight-loss surgery in young people NIH external link

Oct. 28, 2024

Genomic variants that increase risk of kidney disease are found in nearly one-third of West Africans NIH external link

Oct. 10, 2024

First wave of COVID-19 increased risk of heart attack, stroke up to three years later NIH external link

Research & Funding

Internships at NIDDK

Internships at NIDDK

Work side-by-side with leading NIH scientists.

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Applying for Funding

Where to register and what to do before you apply for a funding opportunity

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Research Training & Career Development

NIDDK offers and participates in a variety of opportunities for researchers.

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Is Participating in Clinical Trials Right for You?

Clinical trials offer hope for many people and an opportunity to help
researchers find better treatments for others in the future.

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What Is Monogenic Diabetes?

Learn about monogenic diabetes, a rare form of diabetes caused by a change in a single gene.

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Kidney Disease in Children

Learn about kidney disease, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

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Find A Safe and Effective Weight Loss Program

Discover tips for selecting a safe and successful weight loss program.

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