The Institute of Health and Environmental Research Inc. (IHER) is a not-for-profit research institute with a scientific interest in the safety of genetically modified (GM) organisms (also known as genetically engineered (GE) organisms), particularly those destined for food. Its directors are Dr Judy Carman, Dr Kate Clinch-Jones and Dr Phil Davies.  They hold the following degrees: ordinary degrees in Medicine, Science and Agriculture, Honours Degrees in Agricultural Science and Organic Chemistry, a Master of Public Health, and PhDs in Plant Genetics and Medicine. The Directors have training and expertise in plant science, agriculture, medicine, chemistry, biochemistry, nutrition, epidemiology and biostatistics.

IHER welcomes donations to further its research (see "donations") and consultancies that are consistent with its objectives (see "consultancies" and "objectives").