Health Topics
Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases
Arthritis is a type of rheumatic disease. Rheumatic diseases usually affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and muscles.
Muscle and Bone Diseases
The musculoskeletal system consists of the body's bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and cartilage.
Skin Diseases
Allergies, irritants, genetic makeup, certain diseases, and immune system problems can cause skin conditions.Resources
Portal en español
Find Spanish-language resources for conditions of bones, joints, muscles, and skin.
Asian-Language Resources
Find Asian-language resources for conditions of bones, joints, muscles, and skin.Apply for Grants
Notice of Special Interest: Supporting Research Using the Resources from the Osteoarthritis Initiative (OAI)
Release: 08/08/2024 | Due Date: 09/08/2027
Limited Competition: CCRP Initiative: Promoting a Basic Understanding of Chemical Threats to Skin
Release: 10/04/2024 | First Due Date: 02/16/2025
Research at NIAMS
Labs @ NIAMS
Learn about our intramural scientists and their work.
Clinical Research @ NIAMS
Learn about our innovative clinical research programs.
Career Development and Outreach @ NIAMS
Explore opportunities for students, postdoctoral, and clinical scientists.From the Director
Lindsey A. Criswell, M.D., M.P.H., D.Sc.
Lindsey A. Criswell, M.D., M.P.H., D.Sc., became the Director of the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) in February, 2021.
Recognizing Contributions from Influential NIAMS Leadership
Two important leadership changes are on the horizon at NIAMS. Deputy Director Dr. Bob Carter is retiring from federal service at the end of this year and Dr. Susana Serrate-Sztein, the NIAMS Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives, will retire soon after.
New and Noteworthy
NIAMS Selects Dr. Anna E. Mazzucco as Next Deputy Director
Announcement |NIAMS Update, Issue 6, 2024
NIAMS Update |Recognizing Contributions from Influential NIAMS Leadership
Letter from the Director |NIAMS Community Outreach Bulletin— December 2024 Issue
Community Outreach |Newsletters
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