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Graphics & Logos

Images are available below only through a direct NIH connection. Choose web, raster or vector image for the logo you are seeking. The image will open in a new window. Right click and Save Image as in order to obtain the file.

If you are outside the NIH network, please send a detailed request including the following information to the NIH Office of the Director, OCPL Online Information Branch (OLIB):

  1. Name of requesting company and contact information
  2. NIH sponsoring Institute
  3. specific intended use of logo (include name of poster, publication or URL)

Note: The NIH logo should not be used to misrepresent our agency nor should it be used to suggest we endorse any private organization, product, or service.

NIH Logo
NIH logo for download
HHS Logo
HHS logo for download
HHS Logo (embossed)
HHS logo (embossed) for download

 

A history of the NIH logo is available at http://www.nih.gov/about/nihlogohistory.htm.

What file type to I need?
Web Image
  • The Web images provided here are GIFs, which are suitable for sharp-edged line art to be used on the web. The format favors areas of uniform color with well defined edges. In addition, the GIF files provided have a transparent background, meaning that if the logo is placed on a colored background, the color will show through.
Raster Image
  • Raster graphics are usually used for photographs and photo-realistic images, however they are resolution dependent. They cannot scale up to an arbitrary resolution without loss of apparent quality. This file format is used for printing high quality photographs.
Vector Image
  • Vector graphics are ideal for simple or composite drawings that do not need to achieve photo-realism. Vector art is key for printing. A vector logo made from a series of mathematical curves so that it can be used in the heading of a print document or enlarged to billboard size without risk of the edges blurring.
This page was last reviewed on September 21, 2009 .
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