National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
NIDDK conducts and supports research on many of the most common, costly, and chronic conditions to improve health.
Health Topics
The NIDDK Director
Griffin P. Rodgers, M.D., M.A.C.P.
In the News
Research & Funding
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Work side-by-side with leading NIH scientists.
![Top Ten Tips for Funding Seekers](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20170213220547im_/https://www.niddk.nih.gov/-/media/Images/Components/Cards/Featured-Cards/rf-2.jpg?h=300&la=en&w=400&hash=FA255C79EF0042F26527DB47AE87B811EB554FC7)
Where to register and what to do before you apply for a funding opportunity.
![Research Diversity Programs](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20170213220547im_/https://www.niddk.nih.gov/-/media/Images/Components/Cards/Featured-Cards/rf-3.jpg?h=300&la=en&w=400&hash=2624CC3072461BCB910E78967E7E0826B71BFEB2)
NIDDK offers and partcipates in a variety of opportunities for researchers.
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.
Health Information
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Learning about kidney disease and heart disease can help you find ways to stay healthy.
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NIDDK Director Dr. Griffin P. Rodgers discusses supplements with NCCIH Director Dr. Josie Briggs.
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NIDDK's Sisters Together program offers weight-management resources for African American women.