"The Endocrine Society appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed framework for Reforming the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Founded in 1916, the Endocrine Society is the world’s oldest, largest, and most active organization dedicated to research on hormones and the clinical practice of endocrinology. Our membership consists of over 18,000 scientists, physicians, educators, and students in more than 100 countries. Many of our members conduct biomedical research funded by the NIH; collectively, our members are funded by as many as 18 Institutes and Centers (ICs) at NIH."