National Institutes of Applied Research, NIAR | 1,057 followers on LinkedIn. Innovation / Inclusiveness / Sustainability | Established in June 2003, the National Institutes of Applied Research (NIAR) oversees seven national research centers equipped with advanced hardware and software, providing R&D platform services to industry, government, academia, and research institutions. Whether in environmental technology, information and communication technology, biomedical technology, or technology policy, NIAR ensures that researchers have access to the essential R&D platforms and technical support they need. NIAR's four core missions are to establish R&D platforms, support academic research, promote frontier science and technology, and cultivate high-tech talent.