May 2019The May issue is packed with stories on topics such as congressional interest in PFAS, new findings on how two proteins work together to support heart health, and the NIH statement for World Asthma Day 2019. Other stories cover research findings, scientific events, awards, and updates from NIEHS staff, grantees, fellows, and students. As always, we hope there is something for everyone. We welcome ideas for stories, as well as other feedback. Kelly Lenox 984-287-3281 |
 | PFAS Senate hearing, Birnbaum’s expert scientific testimonyLinda Birnbaum told senators that chemicals known as PFAS persist in the environment and affect nearly every system in the human body. |
 | NIH statement for World Asthma Day 2019 National Institutes of Health research improves treatment and prevention of asthma. |
 | Healthy hearts need two proteins working togetherNIEHS findings could be a step toward a treatment to prevent heart attacks. |
During Autism Awareness Month, NIEHS hosted a talk about links between folate and ASD, discussions on social media, a webinar, and more. Researchers from around the world shared insights into chronic kidney disease of unknown origin in agricultural communities. Ken Korach, Ph.D., who made pioneering discoveries on estrogen receptor alpha, earned emeritus status from the National Institutes of Health. Visitors from 20 countries learned about NIEHS programs related to the interconnected health of people, animals, and the global environment. Courses funded by NIEHS Worker Training Program help ensure rural and tribal railroad workers protect their own health and safety. At Athens Drive High School, students discussed science and health issues with NIEHS scientists before selecting their research topics. Core facilities at NIEHS hosted an event to help in-house researchers learn more about available cutting-edge technologies and expertise. Ten undergraduate scholars presented their year-long research projects, with a two-way tie for Outstanding Scholar of the Year. | NIEHS-sponsored women’s wellness conference offers screenings, resources, education, info for clinical research volunteers, and more. Experts discussed how the body resolves inflammation — and what happens when it cannot — during a workshop at NIEHS. Jacqueline Barton shared insights into the role of electron transfer in DNA repair. National Toxicology Program scientists, NIEHS grantees, and colleagues developed a quick way to screen substances for carcinogenicity. The North Carolina group gains interest and numbers among researchers studying chemical effects on normal development and health. Postbaccalaureate fellows at NIEHS found clever ways to describe their research in brief, plain-language talks for a panel of nonscientists. Risks of e-cigs and vaping, role of oxidative stress in cancer, and more were featured by the Genetics and Environmental Mutagenesis Society. At the NTA spring meeting, leaders highlighted an increase in postbaccalaureate fellows, a new grant editing group, and other accomplishments. |
Intramural papers of the month |
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