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August 4, 2008

Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel [left] with Nobel Laureates, Dr. Joseph L. Goldstein [center] and Dr. Marshall W. Nirenberg [right]
Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel [left] with Nobel Laureates, Dr. Joseph L. Goldstein [center] and Dr. Marshall W. Nirenberg [right]

NHLBI hosts lecture by Nobel Laureate Joseph L. Goldstein

NHLBI Director Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., introduced Nobel Laureate Joseph L. Goldstein, M.D., who gave a lecture entitled, "The Cholesterol Feedback Story: A Tale of Membrane Proteins and Sterol Sensors”. Dr. Goldstein together with his colleague, Michael S. Brown, M.D., won the 1985 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Goldstein and Brown’s ground breaking work on the regulation of cholesterol metabolism laid the groundwork for the development of statins, drugs that are used by millions around the world to lower high cholesterol and prevent heart attacks. Dr. Goldstein shared the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 1968 with Nobel Laureate Marshall W. Nirenberg, Ph.D. From 1968 to 1970, Dr. Goldstein worked in Dr. Nirenberg's NIH lab as a post-doctoral fellow.



June 6, 2008

NIH Director Announces Enhancements to Peer Review

Dr. Elias A. Zerhouni, NIH Director, announced critical changes to enhance and improve the NIH peer review system. This marks the end of a year-long effort to determine ways to further enrich the process. An important component of the new plan is an increased commitment to investigator-initiated high-risk, high-impact research to prevent a slowdown of transformative research, despite difficult budgetary times. Collaborative teams of participants worked to tackle challenges of the system and discover solutions. A comprehensive framework was created and implementation will be carried out over the next 18 months. The Press Release on this announcement can be found at: http://www.nih.gov/news/health/jun2008/od-06.htm



March 10, 2008

NHLBI Announces Realignment of Its Sickle Cell Disease Program

The NHLBI's National Sickle Cell Disease Program is a major research effort dedicated to improving the lives of patients with sickle cell disease. Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel, Director, NHLBI, announced today a series of innovations to realign its support for outstanding research that will continue to yield benefit for Sickle Cell Disease patients. The Announcement and report of the recommendations of the Institute's Advisory Council can be found at: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/meetings/workshops/Sickle-Cell-Announcement.htm



December 10, 2007 to February 1, 2008

Recruiting for Director, Division of Blood Diseases

The Institute is seeking a dynamic physician-scientist to provide strategic leadership for its Division of Blood Diseases and Resources (DBDR). The Director will assume responsibility for creating and nurturing internationally-renowned programs which will participate actively in international research in hematologic diseases and disorders of thrombosis and hemostasis across the spectrum of basic science and clinical research including translational research and the conduct of a wide variety of clinical trials. Cellular therapies and the use of a wide variety of blood products and substitutes are within the mission of the Division. The DBDR Director will have a profound impact upon the national investment in research, and the quality of service to the international research community. The Director, DBDR will have the opportunity to advocate for areas of critical importance to the national and global populace, to establish and implement programs congruent with the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute’s strategic plan, and to improve the health of the public. Applicants must possess an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree, as well as senior level research experience, interpersonal and communications expertise and ability. The successful candidate will be a respected, accomplished researcher with maturity, integrity and outstanding communication skills. Salary is commensurate with experience and a full package of Civil Service benefits is available including retirement, health and life insurance, leave and savings plan (401K equivalent). This vacancy is open to all U.S. citizens.

Please apply online at http://www.usajobs.com/
Look for Jobs Announcement No. NHLBI -08-236193. Your application package must be received by February 1, 2008.



November 29, 2007 to February 1, 2008

Recruiting for Director, Office of Communications

The Institute is seeking an exceptional candidate to serve as Director of the new Office of Communications. The Director of the Office of Communications will provide executive leadership to a dynamic and complex communications program for the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). The individual selected for this leadership position is a person with vision who works in partnership with the scientists and leadership of NHLBI to provide comprehensive, integrated and technology supported communications. The NHLBI’s communications program is highly visible nationally and internationally and has an extensive impact on a broad range of constituencies in the public and private sector, serving as both a resource and model by the many components of the public and private sectors that influence the funding, conduct, and utilization of the Institute’s research. The Director of the Office of Communications will provide authoritative analysis and advice to the NHLBI Director and other senior staff on the formulation of communication strategies and on sensitive and complicated communications issues that will be conveyed nationally and abroad and may be of concern to the National Institutes of Health Director, Office of the Secretary, the Legislative Branch, or the Executive Office of the President. Salary is commensurate with experience and a full package of Civil Service benefits is available including retirement, health and life insurance, leave and savings plan (401K equivalent). This vacancy is open to all U.S. citizens.

Please apply online at http://www.usajobs.com/
Look for Jobs Announcement No. NHLBI -08-228537-DE or NHLBI -08-228537-MP. Your application package must be received by February 1, 2008.



November 13, 2007

NIH Director's Pioneer and New Innovator Award Programs Launch 2008 Application Cycles

NIH is calling for applications for 2008 NIH Director's Pioneer Awards and New Innovator Awards. Both programs are part of the NIH Roadmap for Medical Research and support exceptionally creative scientists who take highly innovative approaches to major challenges in biomedical or behavioral research.

Pioneer Awards provide $2.5 million in direct costs over 5 years and are open to scientists at any career stage. New Innovator Awards provide $1.5 million in direct costs over the same period and are for new investigators who have not received an NIH regular research (R01) or similar grant.

NIH expects to make 5 to 10 Pioneer Awards and up to 24 New Innovator Awards in September 2008.

To continue its strong record of diversity in these programs, NIH especially encourages women and members of groups that are underrepresented in NIH research areas to apply.

The Pioneer Award application period is from December 16, 2007 to January 16, 2008. See http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-RM-08-013.html for application instructions and http://nihroadmap.nih.gov/pioneer for more information. Send questions to pioneer@nih.gov.

Submit New Innovator Award applications between March 3 and 31, 2008. Application instructions are at
http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-RM-08-014.html and additional information is at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/new_investigators/innovator_award. Send questions to newinnovator@nih.gov.



October 1, 2007

NIH Launches Extensive Open-Access Dataset of Genetic and Clinical Data

The NIH is launching one of the most extensive collections of genetic and clinical data ever made freely available to researchers worldwide. Called SHARe (SNP Health Association Resource), the Web-based dataset will include data from the Framingham Heart Study on more than 9,300 participants spanning three generations. NHLBI Director Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., said, "As one of the most comprehensive studies ever undertaken, the Framingham Heart Study will play a vital role in laying the foundation for this vast dataset to help researchers link genes and disease."

For more information about SHARe, see http://public.nhlbi.nih.gov/newsroom/home/newsroom.aspx



August 29, 2007

Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D. Featured Speaker and Moderator: Revised Asthma Guidelines Press Briefing

The National Asthma Education and Prevention Program issued the first comprehensive update in a decade of clinical guidelines for the diagnosis and management of asthma. The guidelines emphasize the importance of asthma control and introduce new approaches for monitoring asthma. Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel led a telephone briefing for the media and is appearing on national news programs to announce the guidelines.

Watch a video clip of Dr. Nabel on the guidelines.Windows Media Player Icon

Learn more about the asthma guidelines at http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/guidelines/asthma/index.htm



August 10-September 17, 2007

NHLBI Recruiting for Director, Center for Biomedical Informatics

Message from Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Director, NHLBI:

The Institute is seeking a strategic-minded scientist with expertise in research informatics and information technology who will bring significant experience in a research environment to operate in an intellectually challenging Federal biomedical research institution engaged in a national research program to understand, treat, and prevent heart, lung, and blood diseases and sleep disorders throughout the world. Applications should be received by September 17, 2007.

  • This position offers a unique and challenging opportunity for the right individual to work directly with the NHLBI director to develop a program in research informatics, incorporating information technology. Applicants should possess an advanced science degree and research experience related to bioinformatics or research informatics. Specifically, the successful candidate should have experience in providing bioinformatics support in the areas of biology, molecular biology and genetics, including the terminology of basic, translational, and clinical research. Additionally, applicants should have sufficient education and experience that will ensure success in managing a professional and technical staff engaged in providing complex and computationally intense modeling and analytics in the areas of bioinformatics, genomics, proteomics and imaging. It is highly desirable for the successful applicant to also have extensive experience in information technology management, encompassing strategic planning, complex organizational structures, technical project management and process transformation. The successful candidate will serve as the Chief, Information Officer for the NHLBI, and will oversee operations systems, data warehouse and management reporting and information security and the day to day operations of staff providing IT infrastructure development and support. Strong leadership qualities, negotiation skills, and exceptional interpersonal skills are imperative.
  • Application Process: Salary is commensurate with experience and a full package of Civil Service benefits is available including retirement, health and life insurance, long term care insurance, leave and savings plan (401K equivalent). Send your application package including: CV, bibliography, and two letters of recommendation to the National Institutes of Health, attn: Alesha Hopkins, 31 Center Drive, MSC 2490, Bldg 31A, Room 5A16, Bethesda, Maryland, 20892-2490. For further information, please contact Ms. Hopkins by email: hopkinsa@mail.nih.gov or telephone (301) 594-4910. Your application package should be received by September 17, 2007. All information provided by applicants will remain confidential and will only be reviewed by authorized officials of the NHLBI. All information provided by candidates will remain strictly confidential and will not be released outside the NHLBI search process without a signed release from candidates.

The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities and individuals with disabilities. HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.



April 6, 2007

Release of NHLBI Strategic Plan

Message from Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Director, NHLBI:

I am very pleased to share with you the Institute's new Strategic Plan, Shaping the Future of Research, which will guide the NHBLI's scientific directions over the next five to ten years. This plan is the result of an inclusive, bottom-up approach involving the efforts of over 600 individuals and feedback from our many intermediary groups.

Even though the Strategic Plan is complete, our work is not yet done -- implementation is our next, critical step. The detailed implementation of the Plan will be developed by the Institute over the life of the Strategic Plan in consultation with our Advisory Council and in partnership with our research community and constituency groups in the public and private sector.

I encourage you to visit our Strategic Plan website at http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/strategicplan where you can access and copy of the plan and obtain information about the strategic planning process and subsequent updates.



April 2 - May 12, 2007

NHLBI Recruiting for Director, Division of Cardiovascular Diseases

Message from Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Director, NHLBI:

The Institute is seeking a dynamic physician-scientist to provide strategic leadership for its newly organized Division of Cardiovascular Diseases (DCVD). Applications should be received by May 12, 2007.

  • The DCVD Director will assume responsibility for creating and nurturing internationally-renowned programs which will participate actively in international research in cardiovascular diseases across the spectrum of basic science and clinical research including translatioal research and the conduct of a wide variety of clinical trials. The Director will recruit scientists and scientific administrators, develop and nurture a strong workforce, and build depth in disease-specific branches. Key challenges include establishment of priorities, integration of basic and clinical science, building teams, and interaction with scientific colleagues in many settings. Functioning as a key member of the senior leadership team of the Institute, the incumbent will collaborate with closely aligned programs in the Institute. The DCVD Director will have a profound impact upon the national investment in research, and the quality of service to the international research community. The Director of DCVD will have the opportunity to advocate for areas of critical importance to the national and global populace, to establish and implement programs congruent with NHLBI's strategic plan, and to improve the health of the public. Applicants must possess an MD or equivalent degree as well as senior level research experience, interpersonal and communications expertise and ability. The successful candidate will be a respected, accomplished researcher with maturity, integrity and outstanding communication skills.
  • Application Process: Please submit your CV, bibliography, and two letters of recommendation to: Dale Colbert, Program Manager, STG International, Inc, 4900 Seminary Rd., Suite 1100, Alexandria, VA 22311. For further information, please call 877-784-6452 or email dcolbert@stginternational.com. Your application package should be received by May 12, 2007. All information provided by candidates will remain strictly confidential and will not be released outside the NHLBI search process without a signed release from candidates. Candidates who had previously submitted an application need not reapply.

Salary is commensurate with experience and a full package of Civil Service benefits is available including retirement, health and life insurance, leave and savings plan (401K equivalent).

The NHLBI provides leadership for a national program in diseases of the heart, blood vessels, lung, and blood; blood resources; and sleep disorders. With nationwide responsibility for improving the health and well-being of all Americans, the Department of Health and Human Services oversees the biomedical research programs of the NIH. The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities and individuals with disabilities. HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.



February 27, 2007

Michael S. Lauer, M.D. to Join NHLBI as Director, Division of Prevention and Population Sciences

Message from Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Director, NHLBI

Dear Colleagues:

I am delighted to announce that Dr. Michael S. Lauer has been tentatively selected for the position of Director of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's (NHLBI) extramural Division of Prevention and Population Sciences to provide leadership for the Institute's national program for population- and clinic-based research on the causes, prevention, and clinical care of cardiovascular, lung, and blood diseases. We anticipate that Dr. Lauer will be joining us on July 1 pending the appropriate approvals.

Dr. Lauer is currently Director of the Cleveland Clinic Foundation Exercise Laboratory, Vice Chair of the Clinic's Institutional Review Board, and a Contributing Editor of the Journal of the American Medical Association; he has served as Co-Director of the Coronary Intensive Care Unit and Director of Clinical Research in the Clinic's Department of Cardiology. Mike has an exceptionally strong background in cardiovascular epidemiology and medical research and in leadership of the cardiovascular community. He earned his B.S. degree summa cum laude from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Biology in 1983 and his M.D. magna cum laude from Albany Medical College in 1985. Following internal medical training at the Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, he completed a clinical fellowship in cardiology at the Boston Beth Israel Hospital, Harvard Medical School. His further training in epidemiology included a research fellowship at the Framingham Heart Study, Boston University; the Program in Clinical Effectiveness, Harvard School of Public Health, Harvard University; and a Josiah Macy Scholar in Physician Education in the Program for Physician Educators, Harvard Medical School and Harvard Graduate School of Education. He is Professor of Medicine, Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Lauer is an Elected Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association, and has been elected to membership in the American Society for Clinical Investigation. He has served as Chairman of the Exercise, Cardiac Rehabilitation, and Prevention Committee of the American Heart Association's Council of Clinical Cardiology, and has received numerous awards in recognition of his scientific and teaching accomplishments.

Dr. Lauer's knowledge, experience, and leadership skills will be a tremendous asset to the Institute and the constituencies we serve, and he is looking forward to working with our many partners.



August 2, 2006 to October 15, 2006

NHLBI Recruiting for Two Senior Positions

Message from Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Director, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

Dear Colleagues:

I am pleased to announce that the NHLBI is seeking exceptional candidates with an M.D., Ph. D., or M.D./Ph.D. to provide strategic leadership in two senior positions and would appreciate your help in informing your friends and colleagues:

  • The Director of our newly reorganized Division of Cardiovascular Diseases will provide strategic leadership for creating and nurturing internationally renowned programs of research in cardiovascular disease, from basic science to translational research and clinical trials.
  • The Director of our newly reorganized Division of Prevention and Population Sciences will assume primary responsibility for internationally renowned programs in population sciences and prevention in the areas of cardiovascular diseases and collaborating closely with aligned programs in the Institute's cardiovascular, lung, and blood divisions.

Applications should be received by October 15, 2006; the positions will be filled in early 2007. For your reference, the announcements have been posted on the NHLBI Web site with the same text that will appear in major journals.

We are committed to fostering an exceptional cardiovascular research program that funds innovative, creative, cutting edge research and is viewed as an international leader. I foresee an array of opportunities to build and diversify the strengths of the NHLBI and encourage all interested individuals to apply.



August 8, 2006

NHLBI Offers Complete Guide to Physical Activity for a Healthy Heart

"Your Guide to Physical Activity and Your Heart" presents comprehensive and easy-to-understand information on the impact of physical activity on your heart, as well as the power of physical activity to keep you healthy overall. Since physical inactivity is one of several major heart disease risk factors that you can do something about, the 44-page guide is full of practical tips, including sample walking and jogging programs, instructions for finding your target heart rate zone, ideas for making fitness a family affair, and an overview of the best physical activities for a healthy heart.

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-08-08.htm



July 12, 2006

Study Shows Heart Failure in Parents is Associated with Increased Risk for Offspring

New results from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's (NHLBI) Framingham Heart Study demonstrate that having a parent who has had heart failure confers a 70 percent greater risk of developing the disease, even when accounting for common heart failure risk factors. Study participants with a parental occurrence of heart failure were about twice as likely to have a poorly functioning left ventricle, a heart abnormality which can lead to the development of heart failure.

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-07-12.htm



June 28, 2006

NHLBI Offers Updated Guide with Practical Information for Lowering High Blood Pressure through Diet

"NHLBI studies have shown that the DASH eating plan can significantly lower high blood pressure, even within the first few weeks," said NHLBI Director Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D. "They demonstrate that by making healthy choices in diet and physical activity, you can get on track to a healthier life."

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-06-28.htm



May 31, 2006

Study Finds Ways to Improve Detection of Blood Clots in the Lung

"There are many effective ways to prevent and treat blood-clotting diseases," noted NHLBI Director Elizabeth G. Nabel, MD. "Pulmonary embolism is under diagnosed and therefore often untreated. If detected early, however, blood clots can often be prevented from causing permanent damage or death."

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-05-31.htm



May 21, 2006

Study Answers Long-Debated Questions on Fluid Management in Critical Care of Patients with Severe Lung Injury

"A key focus of caring for these critically ill patients is management of fluids," said NHLBI Director Elizabeth G. Nabel, MD. "Fluid management in patients with ALI/ARDS has been the subject of intense debate for decades. We now have answers to two important questions to help guide critical care specialists on the best ways to support patients with severe lung injury."

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-05-22.htm



May 10, 2006

Inhaled Corticosteroids Benefit Young Children with Frequent Wheezing but Do Not Prevent Development of Chronic Asthma

"Asthma is an enormous public health problem, and this study was designed to see if we could stop the development of asthma in its tracks - while the lungs are still developing - in young children known to be at high risk," said NHLBI Director Elizabeth G. Nabel, MD. "Although this study shows that inhaled corticosteroids do not prevent chronic asthma, it provides clear evidence that inhaled corticosteroids benefit even some of our youngest patients."

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-05-10.htm



April 18, 2006

The Heart Truth Road Show Travels to Three Cities and Features Free Screenings and Counseling, Health Information, and Designer Red Dresses on Display

Only 13 percent of women consider heart disease to be their own greatest health risk. Yet, an astonishing 80 percent of midlife women have one or more risk factors for heart disease such as high blood pressure or high blood cholesterol.

"We know that there is a disconnect among women as it relates to heart disease and their own personal risk," said NHLBI Director Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D. "Therefore, it is critical for NHLBI and our partners to be in communities that are at high risk of heart disease to help women better understand their own personal risk and empower them to take action for heart health."

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-04-18.htm



April 11, 2006

NHLBI Offers New Resources on Heart Health

A recent national survey shows that only 3 percent of U.S. adults practice all of the "big four" habits to help prevent heart disease: eating a healthy diet, getting regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, and not smoking. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health has combined the latest information and guidance on all of the factors that increase risk for heart disease-or may contribute to worsening heart disease-into two new heart health guidebooks for men and women.

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-04-11b.htm



April 11, 2006

Women's Health Initiative Updated Analysis Shows No Increased Risk of Breast Cancer with Estrogen-Alone

"Longer follow-up is needed to fully explain the reduced number of breast cancers in women taking estrogen. However, this new analysis does not alter the overall conclusion from the WHI that hormones, including estrogen-alone and estrogen plus progestin, should not be used for the prevention of chronic disease," said NHLBI Director and WHI Director Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D. "The findings still support current recommendations that hormone therapy should only be used to treat menopausal symptoms and should be used at the smallest effective dose for the shortest possible time."

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-04-11a.htm



April 4, 2006

IOM Report Released on Sleep Disorders and Sleep Deprivation

Statement from Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Director, NHLBI

Today, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) of the National Academies released a report on the status of academic sleep research and sleep medicine in the United States. The report includes recommendations to improve public awareness and strengthen the field of sleep medicine. The project was initiated and funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Sleep Research Society, and the National Sleep Foundation.

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-04-04b.htm



April 3, 2006

Making Multiple Lifestyle Changes is Beneficial in Lowering High Blood Pressure

"This study underscores the value of lifestyle changes-namely improving diet and increasing physical activity-in reducing high blood pressure, an important public health problem," said NHLBI Director Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D. "For the millions of Americans with prehypertension and hypertension, this shows that individuals can make healthy lifestyle changes to keep blood pressure under control without the use of medications."

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-04-04a.htm



March 27 - April 2, 2006

NIH Offers New Comprehensive Guide to Healthy Sleep as a part of National Sleep Awareness Week

In today's "24/7" society, many people cut back on sleep to squeeze in more time for work, family obligations, and other activities. But skimping on sleep can be harmful. A comprehensive new handbook from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) explains that sleep is not merely "down time" when the brain shuts off and the body rests.

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-03-23.htm



March 24, 2006

Interview of the First Lady by Larry King Live Mrs. Bush's East Wing Office
Interview of the First Lady by Larry King Live Mrs. Bush's East Wing Office

Interview of the First Lady by Larry King Live at Mrs. Bush's East Wing Office

Tonight, here in Washington, at the Ritz Carlton Hotel, the Larry King Cardiac Foundation will celebrate another one of its dinners with gala entertainment in which the funds go to help people who can't afford it to get various types of heart treatment. And in that connection, we have invited, and she has accepted, the First Lady of the United States, Laura Bush, to kick off the show tonight, which later will deal in depth with heart disease with a panel to talk about. What got you interested in it?

For more information, please view:
Interview of the First Lady by Larry King LivePDF document




February 22, 2006

Conference to be Held on Study Results, Ongoing Extension Study, and Future Research of the Women's Health Initiative - The Largest Study of Older Women's Health

Many of the nation's leading scientists and experts on women's health will join Women's Health Initiative (WHI) study participants February 28 -- March 1, 2006 at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) campus in Bethesda, MD to celebrate the legacy and probe the findings and future directions of the WHI. The WHI is the largest and most comprehensive study of postmenopausal women's health ever conducted in the United States. From revealing the effects of a low-fat diet and calcium/vitamin D supplements to the dangers of hormone replacement therapy, the study has helped to shape and advance the health care of women for more than a decade.

For more information please view: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-02-22.htm



February 6, 2006

NHLBI to Launch Framingham Genetic Research Study

A comprehensive genetic research study to identify genes underlying cardiovascular and other chronic diseases will be launched by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in collaboration with the Boston University (BU) School of Medicine.

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-02-06.htm



January 31, 2006

NHLBI Highlights National Wear Red Day with the Red Dress Collection 2006 - Female Musical Artists Rock the Runway to Remind Women of Their No. 1 Killer

New York, NY-The Heart Truth, NHLBI's national awareness campaign for women about heart disease, celebrates National Wear Red Day with the debut of its annual Red Dress Collection Fashion Show. Reminding women that "Heart Disease Doesn't Care What You Wear-It's the No. 1 Killer of Women," The Heart Truth will bring to life the Red Dress, the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness. A star-studded cadre of female musical artists, including Sheryl Crow, LeAnn Rimes, Amerie, Lindsay Lohan, and Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas, will model designer Red Dresses by 21 of America's most influential designers, including Ralph Lauren, Donna Karan, and Calvin Klein.

For more information please view:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/new/press/06-01-31-2.htm



January, 2006

Letter from Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel to Recipients of NHLBI Support

I am writing to provide information about policies and activities that may be of interest to you as a recipient of support from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI).

For more information, please view:
Dear Colleague



October 4, 2005

Notes from the NHLBI Director
Fostering the Independence of New Investigators

As mentioned in my inaugural column, I am strongly committed to ensuring the continuing vigor of the research enterprise through training and career development of new investigators. The nurturing of young talent was a high priority during my tenure in academic medicine, in particular because it coincided with a time of constrained budgets that resulted in the virtual loss of a generation of promising young investigators.

For more information, please view:
Circulation. 2005;112:145–146pdf document



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September 13, 2005

Message from the Director, NHLBI, to Investigators Affected by Hurricane Katrina

I recognize that this is a time of unprecedented disruption and hardship for those of you affected by Hurricane Katrina and that rebuilding will be a long process. My colleagues at the Institute and I want you to know that we will work with you to help resolve whatever problems may arise during this difficult time.

For more information, please view:
Message from the Director



August 1, 2005

Notes from the NHLBI Director
A Vision for the Future: Opportunities and Challenges

It is a pleasure and a privilege to address the readership of American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine in my new capacity as Director of the NHLBI. Our Institute has a long and distinguished record of scientific progress in cardiovascular, lung, and blood diseases and sleep disorders, and the present transition affords an opportunity for reflection and critical assessment of our future directions.

For more information, please view:
American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.2005;172:266-267pdf document



July 15, 2005

"A vision for the future: notes from the NHLBI director"

It is a pleasure and a privilege to address the readership of Blood in my new capacity as director of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Our institute has a long and distinguished record of scientific progress in cardiovascular, lung, and blood diseases and sleep disorders, and the present transition affords an opportunity for reflection and critical assessment of our future directions.

For more information, please view:
Blood, 15 July 2005, Vol. 106, No. 2, pp. 399-400pdf document

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