First cryo-EM facility in the Carolinas opens at NIEHS

Mario Borgnia, director of the new cryo-electron microscopy facility at NIEHS, discusses the cutting-edge technology that led to the 2017 Nobel Prizes in chemistry.

Breast cancer, environment featured in California community forum

Linda Birnbaum speaks with community members

NIEHS Science Days focus on early life origins of health and disease

The 15th annual celebration of NIEHS scientific research featured a minisymposium early life origins of health and disease.

NIEHS Science Days wrap up with awards ceremony

This year’s award winners, including mentor and fellow of the year, represent the full range of research at the institute.

Collaborative marks 10 years of applying science to local challenges

Using science to inform policy decisions took center stage at the 10th Annual Research Triangle Environmental Health Collaborative.

Ethicist David Resnik elected to AAAS

NIEHS bioethicist David Resnik was elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science, as were six grantees.

Inflammation promotes liver cancer through battle of immune cells

Researchers at the University of California San Diego reported a new mechanism by which long-term liver inflammation promotes cancer.

Use of new in vivo models showcased at regional tox meeting

Development of new in vivo models for toxicology was showcased at the annual North Carolina Society of Toxicology meeting Oct. 30 at NIEHS.

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Weinberg receives NIEHS award for outstanding research

Biostatistician Clarice Weinberg wins second NIEHS award for outstanding in-house researcher.

Scientific approaches for new risk assessments highlighted at GEMS

The Genetics and Environmental Mutagenesis Society fall meeting highlighted links between genetic makeup and sensitivity to exposures.

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NIEHS researchers use video to promote science

NIEHS scientists Allen Wilcox and Paul Wade each took time away from their research to contribute to science videos.

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Helping teachers take biomedical research approaches into classrooms

NIEHS worked with nearly 130 local educators in the past month, through partnerships, collaborations, and in response to direct requests.

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International meeting strengthens environmental health network

Environmental health was highlighted at the Pacific Basin Consortium and companion meetings on both e-waste and children’s health.

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Scientists invited to build computer models that predict toxicity

Scientists from around the world are invited to help develop computer models to predict acute toxicity.

Insights for decision-makers when adopting scientific advances

Gaining acceptance of new test methods, such as better ways for predicting toxicity, involves changes on the part of many stakeholders.

Veterans Day at NIEHS — panel and CFC kickoff

NIEHS welcomed Ron Whitfield, from Vets to Vets United, for its Veterans Day celebration and kickoff of the Combined Federal Campaign.

Girl Scouts learn about lung power thanks to NIEHS ambassador

At Scouting for the Cure, Girl Scouts discovered the impressive capacities of their lungs, thanks to NIEHS volunteer Christie Drew.

Five days of science and public health at APHA

At the 2017 annual meeting of the American Public Health Association, NIEHS presented information on a wide range of public health topics.

Two NIEHS fellows earn Pathway to Independence Awards

Shannon Farris and Kristen Upson are the latest NIEHS fellows to receive National Institutes of Health Pathway to Independence Awards.

Contest helps young scholars connect to the public

Aspiring undergrad scientists at NIEHS practiced presenting their work to nonscientists.

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Dec
01

Reproductive and Developmental Biology Laboratory Seminar Series — Surprising New Roles for Pluripotency Factors in Embryogenesis and Reprogramming
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Location: Rodbell A
Time: 11:00 a.m. – noon
Speaker(s): Amy Ralston, Ph.D., from Michigan State University

Dec
06-08

30th Annual NIEHS Superfund Research Program Meeting — Fundamental Research for Innovation and Health
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Location: Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 1200 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Dec
07

National Toxicology Program Board of Scientific Counselors Meeting
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Location: Rodbell Auditorium
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
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Dec
08

National Toxicology Program Board of Scientific Counselors Meeting
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Location: Rodbell Auditorium
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.
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Dec
12

NIEHS Distinguished Lecture Series presents “Neurobiology of Social Behaviors”
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Location: Rodbell Auditorium
Time: 11:00 a.m. – noon
Speaker(s): Catherine Dulac, Ph.D., from Harvard University and Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Dec
12

Partnerships for Environmental Public Health Webinar: From Mountaintop Mining to Coal Ash — Understanding Health Implications
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Location: Webinar
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Dec
13

Keystone Science Lecture Seminar Series presents “The Climate Change Controversy: A Sociological Perspective”
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Location: Keystone Room 1003 AB
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Speaker(s): Riley Dunlap, Ph.D., from Oklahoma State University

Dec
15

Reproductive and Developmental Biology Laboratory Seminar Series presents “From Ovulation to Ovarian Cancer: An Unexpected Journey”
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Location: Rodbell A
Time: 11:00 a.m. – noon
Speaker(s): JoAnne Richards, Ph.D., from the Baylor College of Medicine

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December 2017

First cryo-EM facility in the Carolinas opens at NIEHS

Breast cancer, environment featured in California community forum

NIEHS Science Days focus on early life origins of health and disease

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