Our Vision

Shaping a new era of prevention, in Ireland and beyond, where everyone can live longer, healthier lives, free from the burden of heart disease.

Our Mission

To lead the transformation of a life-course approach to the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease through world-class research, education, innovation, and implementation science, reducing the burden of heart disease and empowering healthier lives for everyone.

Our Values

To deliver meaningful change in cardiovascular prevention, we are guided by five core values: excellence, collaboration, integrity, equity and community. These principles underpin our commitment to high-quality work, strong partnerships, transparency, forward-thinking approaches and measurable improvements in care.

NIPC is dedicated to a life-course approach to cardiovascular disease prevention and enhancement of cardiovascular health initiatives through high-quality research, accredited education, and the promotion of evidence-based practice. With a strong regional, national and international presence, NIPC plays a leading role in advancing early detection and prevention of heart disease through health-care system improvements in line with clinical guideline recommendations and global best practice. We are committed to excellence, collaboration and innovation, working across a variety of disciplines and sectors to deliver measurable impact and long-term improvements in cardiovascular care. NIPC was co-founded in 2014 by the University of Galway and Croí, the Heart and Stroke Charity.

Registered Charity Number (RCN): 20204852

Strategic Partners

Our Strategy

Careers at NIPC

Current open roles at The National Institute for Prevention and Cardiovascular Health (NIPC)