About The NICBR

The National Interagency Confederation for Biological Research is a consortium of eight agencies with a common vision of Federal research partners working in synergy to achieve a healthier and more secure nation. It serves as a framework for facilitating and encouraging interaction among the NICBR member organizations where there are areas of mutual interest. Members collaborate and share technical expertise and scientific services. This multiagency confederation operates by consensus to ensure a balanced direction and focus. The eight members include elements of the Department of Defense, Health and Human Services, Agriculture, and Homeland Security.

Contact Us

For NICBR specific inquiries, please email us at: dha.detrick.mrdc.mbx.nicbr-support@health.mil

For agency specific inquiries, please contact the agencies listed below:

• National Cancer Institute at Frederick
• National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
• US Army Medical Research and Development Command
• US Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service
• National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Centers
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Naval Medical Research Center
• US Food and Drug Administration