NCI is developing review criteria for a Cancer Center Loan Program that would provide $200 million in loans for capital improvements to qualified centers. NCAB member Eric Lander criticizes limited discussion, “lack of vision” for the loan program.
NCI Director asks NCAB to pray for him.
NCI prepares for third hearing on conflicts of interest.
Waxman urges drug companies to list clinical trials on NIH Web site.
NIH Chemical Genomics Center to screen small molecules.
Knudson wins Kyoto prize; King wins genetics prize.
Funding opportunities listed.
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