Director's Perspective: A Year in Review
2006
A Year in Review at NIEHS
publication
Author Information
Author(s): David A. Schwartz
Primary Institution: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
Conclusion
The NIEHS has made significant progress in environmental health research and training over the past year.
Supporting Evidence
- Significant breakthroughs include identifying genetic mutations for breast cancer and discovering links between air pollution and cardiovascular disease.
- The NIEHS has launched programs to support new researchers and improve public health in areas affected by environmental issues.
Takeaway
The NIEHS is working hard to understand how our genes and the environment affect our health, and they have made many important discoveries this year.
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