National Institute Of Health

The National Institute of Health (NIH) is a public health organization based in Pakistan, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since 2012 with a registration valid until April 30, 2026. As a foreign government entity, NIH serves as a critical public health institution focused on health surveillance, disease prevention, and capacity building in Pakistan. The organization functions as a national health center, working extensively with international partners to improve public health infrastructure and respond to emerging health challenges.

NIH has been the recipient of multiple cooperative agreements from U.S. federal agencies, specifically the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and its specialized centers. These grant awards focus on critical public health initiatives, including enhancing infectious disease surveillance systems, strengthening laboratory capacities, and improving emergency preparedness. The organization has received grants for specific programs such as surveillance of healthcare-associated infections (HAI) and antimicrobial resistance (AMR), influenza surveillance networks, and broader public health security efforts. The most recent significant award is a $750,000 cooperative agreement from CDC's Investigations and Technical Assistance program, which will support a five-year project from September 2025 to September 2030. This project aims to build public health personnel capacity, expand global health security efforts, and develop robust systems for detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious disease outbreaks. NIH's work encompasses training, technical assistance, and collaborative partnerships designed to improve Pakistan's overall public health infrastructure through evidence-based approaches.