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National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) is located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. It is one of 27 research institutes and...
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) is located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. It is one of 27 research institutes and centers within the National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The NIEHS mission is to understand the impact of the environment on human health.
General information
Firm type
Research
Year founded
1969
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Research Triangle Park
Corporate office
Research Triangle Park, NC, United States
Principals
Rick Woychik
Director
Linda Birnbaum
Director (2009-2019)
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at NIEHS?
Rick Woychik is the Director, appointed in 2020. Investment and grant allocation decisions are governed by NIH-wide policies and federal appropriations, not a separate investment committee.
How does NIEHS source proprietary research?
NIEHS funds research primarily through competitive peer-reviewed grants to academic institutions. It also operates the National Toxicology Program and conducts intramural research at its campus in Research Triangle Park.
Does NIEHS participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
NIEHS does not make private fund commitments. Its financial activity consists of federal grants to universities, hospitals, and other research organizations, as well as internal research spending.
How is NIEHS related to other NIH institutes?
NIEHS is one of 27 institutes and centers at the National Institutes of Health. It operates under the Department of Health and Human Services and coordinates on environmental health issues with other institutes.
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