The National Institutes of Health Office of Science Policy (OSP) is a vital component of the biomedical research enterprise, working to ensure that NIH policies keep pace with the rapid advancements in science and technology. With a diverse team of professionals, including former bench scientists, OSP develops and implements forward-thinking policies to promote responsible research conduct, while also providing advice on future issues to the NIH Director and the US Government. Through collaboration with stakeholders such as researchers, policymakers, and the American public, OSP plays a unique role in cross-disciplinary problem-solving and trans-governmental policymaking.
Located in Bethesda, MD, the NIH Office of Science Policy operates within the Immediate Office of the NIH Director, taking a holistic approach to policymaking. Its five operating divisions cover areas such as clinical research, scientific data sharing, biosafety, biosecurity, technology transfer, and innovation. With established relationships with key players in the policy arena, including the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, OSP is at the forefront of shaping policies that impact the laboratory setting and the broader scientific community.
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