Director's Perspective
2007

Changes to the Director’s Perspective in Environmental Health Perspectives

Editorial

Author Information

Author(s): David A. Schwartz

Primary Institution: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

Conclusion

The Director’s Perspective column will be removed from the journal to ensure editorial independence and credibility.

Supporting Evidence

  • EHP has been supported by NIEHS since its inception in 1972.
  • The editorial independence of EHP is vital for its credibility.
  • The NIEHS is committed to maintaining financial support for EHP while ensuring its editorial independence.

Takeaway

The director of NIEHS is moving their column to a new website to keep the journal independent and credible.

Potential Biases

There is a risk of perceived editorial influence due to the journal's funding by NIEHS.

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