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.
Featured Highlights
Research & Funding
Internships at NIDDK
Work side-by-side with leading NIH scientists.
Applying for Funding
Where to register and what to do before you apply for a funding opportunity
Research Diversity Programs
NIDDK offers and participates 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
Nutrition for Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Prevent or delay some health problems from CKD by making changes to your diet.
Holiday Season Got You Gassy?
Talk with your doctor about how changes to your diet could help.
What is the Thyroid Gland?
Dr. Rodgers discusses how the thyroid gland affects your weight and nearly every organ in your body.