NINR's research lenses are a key part of our research framework. Each lens is a perspective through which to examine a wide variety of health challenges.
Health Disparities
Reduce and eliminate differences in the distribution of health and disease to optimize health for all people.
Social Determinants of Health
Identify effective approaches to improve health and quality of life by addressing the conditions in which people are born, grow, learn, play, live, and age, and their structural drivers.
Population and Community Health
Address critical challenges that shape health within and across populations and communities.
Prevention and Health Promotion
Intervene at multiple levels to prevent chronic and other diseases and promote health for all.
Systems and Models of Care
Address the holistic needs of individuals, families, and communities through effective clinical, organizational, and policy solutions that optimize care delivery.