Economists warn Trump's research cuts could have dire consequences for GDP
President Trump has proposed slashing federal scientific funding. Economists say the long-term consequences could be dire.
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Aging former research chimps move to Chimp Haven
All of the former research chimpanzees that had been living on an Air Force base in New Mexico have finally arrived at a sanctuary in Louisiana. Many of these chimps are in their 50s and 60s.
Legendary former NIH director retires from embattled agency
Dr. Francis Collins is leaving the National Institutes of Health, where he served as director from 2009 to 2021. The agency is facing cutbacks and restrictions under the Trump administration.
Wake Forest University School of Medicine receives NIH grant to study non-opioid migraine treatment
The Wake Forest University School of Medicine has received funding to study non-opioid treatments for migraines.
In Havana syndrome patients, NIH scientists find no physical trace of harm
The mysterious ailments that became known as Havana syndrome left no physical evidence of injury or disease, according to two government studies.
Bernie Sanders will vote no on Biden's pick to lead NIH, but nomination may proceed
The Vermont senator held up the nomination process for Dr. Monica Bertagnolli to lead the health agency in order to make a point about drug prices. Now, he says he'll vote against her.
Filling Fauci's shoes: Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo is HIV expert and a lot of fun at parties
Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo, a professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, will lead NIH's infectious diseases institute. Colleagues say she has a wide breadth of knowledge and a joyful demeanor.
Appalachian State receives enzyme research grant from NIH
The National Institutes of Health has awarded a nearly $1.6 million grant to Appalachian State University for research surrounding enzyme treatments for diseases including
Law requires former research chimps to be retired at a federal sanctuary, court says
The ruling is the latest twist in a long-running dispute over where dozens of federally-supported former research chimps should live out the remainder of their days.
The NIH is 'largely finished' moving its former research chimps to a sanctuary
All chimps managed by the National Institutes of Health that are currently eligible to go to a sanctuary have been moved there, but animal welfare advocates say more should be allowed to go.