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NIH Challenges Public to Help Bring Discovery into K-12 ClassroomsNIH spearheading an effort to increase life science hands-on teaching in student K-12 experiences, asking for the assistance of the general population, in the form of a rewarded contest...- Sir Tomz Feat. Nih Illi - the StruggleSir Tomz continues his onslaught on the UK homegrown Hip-Hop scene with this superb new promotional video featuring label mate and talented songstress Nih illi.
- Nancy Pelosi: Biblical Power to Cure to Be Hurt by GOP NIH CutsHouse Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi said the threatened GOP-inspired budget cuts for the National Institute for Health would hurt medical research's "biblical power to cure."
National Institutes of Health (NIH) OverviewWe've all heard of the National Institutes of Health. What does it do; how does it help average Americans; and how much does it cost to run?- Obama Grants NIH $5 Billion in Stimulus FundsPresident Barack Obama has dipped into the stimulus package and has granted the National Institute for Health five billion dollars to research for cures of various diseases. One is thus in the unaccustomed position of approving something Obama has done.
- The NIH May Be Hazardous to Your HealthFor a government agency that claims to look out for your health, the NIH is doing all it can to stress the taxpayers.
- Politically Connected National Institutes of Heath (NIH)National Institutes of Health (NIH) was earmarked for approximately $10 billion dollars in the Stimulus Plan.
- NIH Releases Five Year Plan to Reduce or Remove Animals from TestingThe National Institutes of Health releases a five year accelerated plan for reducing, removing, or replacing animals in laboratory testing.
- Animal Researcher Targeted by "Domestic Terrorists," Says NIHAccording to a press release issued by the NIH, Dr. Miles Novy suffered property damage at the hands of what the NIH calls "domestic terrorists." Dr. Novy conducts research on monkeys to investigate possible causes of premature birth in humans.
- NIH Study on Biocontainment Lab Found FlawedThe National Infectious Disease Laboratory under construction at Boston University plans on building a Level 4 biocontainment facility, but the assessment of the risks involved is found flawed.
- NIH: Women Avoid Scientific Research Because of Family, Self-ConfidenceFamily responsibilities and confidence are the reasons why many women scientists do not pursue advanced research careers according to a study by the National Institutes of Health.
- NIH Grants Awarded for Native American Diabetes, Molecular Regeneration, Skeletal HealthThe National Institutes of Health have awarded three medical institutions a total of $33 million to study diabetes, molecular regeneration, and skeletal health and repair. The Institutional Development Awards are meant to provide funds for areas lacking federal support.
Congress Passes Bill to Allow Free Public Access to Scientific InformationA new report by the Alliance For Taxpayer Access (ATA), heralds the new Congress-approved measure in which all NIH-supported research will be provided online free of charge to the general public.- NIH Study Finds that Home Life More Important in Child Development Than Child Care CentersThe NIH reports that "quality time," 2-parent homes have more impact on child performance than child care environment.
- What is the Research Works Act, and Why Should You Care?Scientists bitterly oppose legislation to protect the profits of academic publishing companies. The Research Works Act would reverse current policy, which requires free access to papers published on work funded by taxpayers.
- NIH Study Finds Immigrants Health Declines After Moving to USA new research project shows that because of diets heavy in saturated fats, people that immigrate to the United States tend to grow less healthier the longer they stay.
What is Cohen Syndrome?Fewer than 1,000 cases of this rare genetic disorder have been reported. Children who suffer from Cohen syndrome have distinctive signs of this incurable condition. Adaptive equipment and therapies play important roles in their daily lives.- How Maca WorksHow this natural fertility medicine and energizer known as Maca, actually works. Exploring the Incas ancient food; The Maca Root.
Three New Scientific Findings for Better HealthAdvances in technology lead the way to a brighter future
NIH Cookbook of Healthful EatingInteractive online display of recipes which are heart healthy, with detailed nutrition facts.- Popular Health WebsitesWhere to go online for Health Issues or Questions
- Children and the Challenges of Homework; What is Your Role?Today children face a myriad of problems when it comes to doing homework. Are there proper ways for parents to help?
- Government-run Health Care and Education Are Colossal FailuresGovernment-run failures are everywhere. From the USPS raising rates and reducing service, to denials of proper health care in the UK health care system, to our incompetent US school systems, we can see that government-operated services are failures.
- Information on AdrenoleukodystrophyAn inheritable genetic disorder that affects the metabolism of long chain fatty acids.
- Mental Exercises You Can Do On Your OwnReady for some gymnastics, seniors? Gymnastics, as in mental gymnastics, to sharpen the minds and improve memory.
- The Human-Animal Bond: New Tests, New InformationThis article discusses new information found with respect to the human-animal bond.
- National Institute of Health's Undiagnosed Illness Program and What Participants May DiscoverTired of feeling sick or experiencing chronic fatigue, but you and your doctor can't find the reason despite years of tests? Try participating in a new study program for rare diseases through the NIH that might just find some interesting answers...
Recent MS Research Findings/NewsNew research offers hope to multiple-sclerosis patients in the form of a possible DNA vaccine and a potential oral medication.- Participate in ResearchParticipating in research is a great way to be of service to science and your community.
- Congress, NIH at it Again!Two examples of current congressional thinking (or absence thereof).
