U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
NIH HEAL Leadership and Staff
The NIH HEAL Initiative has forged collaborations among research programs across NIH, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, community organizations, and the private sector. In line with acquiring diverse expertise and experience required to shape and sustain this expansive initiative, HEAL seeks input from several groups.
HEAL Director
NIH HEAL Initiative Director Dr. Rebecca Baker leads coordination of HEAL programmatic activities between the NIH Office of the Director and relevant NIH Institutes and Centers, manages the HEAL Office, and oversees management of HEAL governance committees. The Director reports to the NIH Director.
NIH HEAL Leadership and Staff
A diverse group of people work together to advance the HEAL mission and vision. This group provides expertise in program management, strategy, communications, analysis, and data management. The team coordinates HEAL efforts and interacts with staff from NIH Institutes and Centers, federal agencies, and professional organizations as well as HEAL-funded researchers.
Executive Committee
The HEAL Executive Committee is made up of NIH Institute and Center Directors that fund HEAL research. The committee is responsible for final funding decisions regarding HEAL research. It reviews program and funding plans for HEAL research, ensures coordination among the multiple HEAL projects, and considers input from external advisory groups.
Scientific Teams and NIH Program Officials
HEAL research projects are divided into six teams based on scientific topic. NIH scientific leadership and program officials for each of these topics develop and communicate HEAL research funding and research plans. At the direction of the HEAL Executive Committee, these plans are shared with the Multi-Disciplinary Working Group and with NIH Advisory Councils, when appropriate, before final approval by the HEAL Executive Committee.