National Institute of
General Medical Sciences

The National Advisory General Medical Sciences Council is composed of leaders in the biological and medical sciences, education, health care, and public affairs. Its members, who are appointed for 4-year terms and meet three times a year, perform the second level of peer review for research and research training grant applications assigned to NIGMS. Council members also offer advice and recommendations on policy and program development, program implementation, evaluation, and other matters of significance to the mission and goals of NIGMS.

Advisory Council Roster

Council Meetings and Functions

Council's Role in the Funding Process

Appeals Process

Upcoming Meetings

Thursday, September 15, 2022 (Virtual Meeting)​

• Council Meeting Agenda
• Council Seating Chart
• Council Roster
• Future Advisory Council Meeting Dates

Past Meetings

May 19, 2022: Advisory Council ​Minutes: Coming Soon
Videocast of the Council Open Session​

February 3, 2022: Advisory Council Minutes​
Videocast of the Council Open Session

September 9, 2021: Advisory Council Minutes​​
Videocast of the Council Open Session

May 20, 2021: Advisory Council Minutes
Videocast of the Council Open Session

February 3, 2021: Advisory Council Minutes
Videocast of the Council Open Session

September 17, 2020: Advisory Council Minutes
Videocast of the Council Open Session

Archive of Advisory Council Meeting Minutes