The Superfund Basic Research Program—Research for the Future
2006

Superfund Basic Research Program Update

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Author Information

Author(s): William Suk, Ph.D., Claudia Thompson, Ph.D., Beth Anderson

Primary Institution: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

Conclusion

The Superfund Basic Research Program is evolving to better address hazardous waste issues through new grants and research initiatives.

Supporting Evidence

  • NIEHS has awarded grants to six programs to address hazardous waste issues.
  • The program is evolving to include new funding mechanisms and research initiatives.
  • Grantees are required to engage in research translation to federal agencies and the community.

Takeaway

The Superfund program is giving money to universities to help study and solve problems caused by hazardous waste.

Methodology

The program supports interdisciplinary research and community outreach to address hazardous waste issues.

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