The NINR was established as part of the NIH reauthorization legislation, signed by the president on June 10, 1993.
Nursing research makes a vital contribution to improving the nation's health.
Strengthening that research role is certainly something I am proud to support. The institute began life as a center at NIH in April 1986. With a structure and mission similar to an NIH institute, the center has conducted research programs and has supported research and training throughout the country with grants. In addition to ameliorating illness, nurse scientists also study health promotion and disease prevention, including how to motivate people to adopt healthy lifestyles. Innovative approaches are developed and tested to improve the delivery of health care through high quality nursing services.