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2009 Dr. Nabel's Messages
November
NHLBI Funding Strategies for Translating NIH Peer Review Changes into Funding Policies
Dr. Nabel - November 23, 2009
As you know, the NIH has decided to phase out the second resubmission (A2) of research project (R01) applications. This decision stemmed, in part, from analysis of NHLBI data which showed that over 75% of A0s, which scored below the fundable payline were eventually funded as A1s or A2s, and that study sections tended to score A0s less favorably and A1 and A2s more favorably.
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American Heart Association Recognizes Two NHLBI Staff Members
Office of the Director - November 20, 2009
The American Heart Association has honored two NHLBI staff members for their outstanding work in cardiovascular disease research.
Dr. Daniel Levy received the AHA's Population Research Prize for his direction of the Framingham Heart Study over the past 15 years.
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Remarks by Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel for "Genes to Proteins: Decoding Genetic Information," a symposium marking Dr. Marshall Nirenberg's deciphering of the genetic code as a National Historic Chemical Landmark, November 12, 2009
Dr. Nabel - November 18, 2009
Good morning. Thank you, [Dr. Rodgers], for your kind introduction, and thank you [Dr. Schechter] for chairing this symposium to honor our colleague, mentor, and true scientific hero, Marshall Nirenberg.
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November Is National COPD Awareness Month
Office of the Director - November 9, 2009
This month, the NHLBI is shining a spotlight on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. Also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis, COPD limits the breathing of 24 million people in the United States and is one of the leading causes of death. One in five people over the age of 45 has symptoms of this serious lung disease, including shortness of breath during activities that were once easy, wheezing, and a chronic "smoker's" cough.
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Dr. Susan Shurin will assume the role of Acting Director of the NHLBI
Dr. Nabel - November 1, 2009
I wanted to let all of you know about transitions in the leadership of two of our Institutes. Effective December 1, 2009, Dr. Susan B. Shurin will be Acting Director of NHLBI and Dr. Alan E. Guttmacher will be Acting Director of NICHD. For further information, please see the memo pasted in below, which I sent a short time ago to the NIH leadership.
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October
Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., to Take New Position at Brigham and Women's/Faulkner Hospitals
Dr. Nabel - October 23, 2009
It is with bittersweet emotions that I write to let you know that I will be leaving the NHLBI/NIH to take on a new position as President and CEO of Brigham and Women’s/Faulkner Hospitals in Boston, effective January 1, 2010.
It has been my extraordinary privilege and honor to be part of this remarkable Institute and the NIH community for the past 10 years.
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The NHLBI Hosts Third Symposium on Cardiovascular Regenerative Medicine
Dr. Nabel - October 20, 2009
Some of the world's most innovative cardiovascular stem cell researchers came to the NIH on October 14 and 15 to review how far the field has come and consider future directions. As the host of the third Symposium on Cardiovascular Regenerative Medicine, the NHLBI welcomed these top stem cell researchers from the United States and abroad to discuss the state of the science.
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Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel for the 229th Induction Ceremony of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences on October 10, 2009
Dr. Nabel - October 20, 2009
Good afternoon and welcome. I am honored to speak to you today on behalf of Class II, the Biological Sciences. Congratulations to all of you on a very well deserved honor.
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The NHLBI's The Heart Truth® Campaign Goes to the Republic of Argentina
Office of the Director - October 14, 2009
On September 9, 2009, more than a dozen Argentine celebrities—women from the media, arts, and sports—gathered in Buenos Aires to walk the runway at the annual "Alta Moda" fashion show. But this was no ordinary catwalk.
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Join Us to Encourage a Healthy Weight
Dr. Nabel - October 13, 2009
Two-thirds of adults in America are overweight or obese, putting them at increased risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, breathing problems, sleep apnea, and other illnesses. I had the chance to discuss the impact of obesity on our lives at CNN’s Fit Nation tour this past weekend in St. Paul, Minn., in conjunction with the Twin Cities Marathon.
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NHLBI Launches New Web Site to Access Biospecimens and Data Sets
Office of the Director - October 13, 2009
On October 1, the NHLBI launched a new Web site about the Biologic Specimen and Data Repository Information Coordinating Center, or BioLINCC.
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Recruiting for Associate Director for Administrative Management
Office of the Director - October 13, 2009
The NHLBI Office of the Director is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Associate Director for Administrative Management (ADAM). This is a career federal position in the Senior Executive Service, where you will be among a group of highly skilled executives, contributing to one of the most important missions in the federal government: improving the health of the nation and saving lives. The NHLBI employs approximately 1,300 scientists, other professionals, support staff, and contractors and has a FY 2009 budget in excess of $3.1 billion.
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NHLBI’s Nancy Geller Honored with Award for Outstanding Achievement by a Woman in the Statistical Sciences
Office of the Director - October 1, 2009
Dr. Nancy Geller, Director of the Office of Biostatistics Research of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), was honored with the eighth annual Janet L. Norwood Award for Outstanding Achievement by a Woman in the Statistical Sciences on September 16. The award recognizes Nancy’s national and international contributions to statistical sciences and acknowledges her many accomplishments during her ongoing tenure as part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) community.
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September
President Obama Makes Historic Funding Announcement at NIH
Dr. Nabel - September 30, 2009
On September 30, 2009, we had the honor of hosting President Barack Obama and Secretary Sebelius as we marked a milestone in distributing funds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Our nation's "Scientist-in-Chief," as NIH Director Francis Collins introduced him, announced that as of September 30, 2009, the NIH had awarded $5 billion in Recovery Act funds to support research grants in academic institutions across the country.
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New Director of the NHLBI Division for the Application of Research Discoveries Named
Dr. Nabel - September 17, 2009
It is my pleasure to announce that Dr. Denise Simons-Morton has accepted the position of Director of our Division for the Application of Research Discoveries (DARD) and will assume these new responsibilities on November 9.
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Enhancements Made to the NHLBI Recovery Act Web Pages
Dr. Nabel - September 14, 2009
I am delighted to announce the debut of several new and enhanced communication tools from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) to keep you informed about our activities – and those of the scientists we support – related to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act).
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NHLBI Staff Recognized for Demonstrated Excellence in the Workplace
Dr. Nabel - September 9, 2009
On September 8 and 9, I had the pleasure of joining other members of the NHLBI leadership team in recognizing staff members who made significant contributions to the NHLBI mission.
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August
Francis S. Collins, M.D., Ph.D. Sworn in as the 16th Director of the National Institutes of Health
Dr. Nabel - August 21, 2009
This week we welcomed back to the NIH my dear colleague, Dr. Francis Collins, M.D., Ph.D., who was officially sworn in as the 16th director of the National Institutes of Health on Monday, August 17, 2009. On his first day back on campus, we welcomed him with an NIH All-Hands Town meeting where he shared his vision and priorities for the NIH (see videocast).
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Tougaloo College Students Aspiring Toward Careers in Public Health Visit the NIH Campus
Office of the Director - August 7, 2009
Students from Tougaloo College in Jackson, Mississippi, visited the National Institutes of Health (NIH) July 28-29, as part of the Jackson Heart study training program, an initiative supported by the Office of Research Training and Minority Health (ORTMH), Office of the Director, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI).
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Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Awarded Honorary Degree from St. George’s, University of London
Office of the Director - August 7, 2009
Dr. Nabel was awarded an honorary Doctor of Science (Medicine) from St. George’s, University of London, alongside her husband, Dr. Gary Nabel, Director of the Vaccine Research Centre of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. The Nabels were honored for their contributions to the advancement of knowledge in clinical sciences.
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July
UPenn Cardiologist Receives Presidential Early-Career Award for Scientists and Engineers and Separate ARRA Award from the NHLBI
Office of the Director - July 21, 2009
President Obama announced that Thomas Cappola, MD, ScM, an assistant professor in the division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine, was awarded the prestigious Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, in recognition of his NHLBI-funded research on causes and treatments for heart failure.
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Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel delivered the Commencement Address to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University on June 2, 2009
Dr. Nabel - July 17, 2009
President Joel, Dean Spiegel, members of the faculty, Board of Trustees, alumni, distinguished guests, parents, and friends: It is with great honor and pride that I join with you today in this distinguished venue, to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2009 of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University.
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Dr. Elizabeth G. Nabel to Speak at Aspen Health Forum
Office of the Director - July 13, 2009
Dr. Nabel has been invited to speak at the second annual Aspen Health Forum, which will be held at the Aspen Institute campus in Aspen, CO, July 24-27, 2009. The Forum will feature over 75 of the top medical scientists and leaders in health care in a venue that allows for open discussion between industry leaders and everyday citizens on health-related issues.
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Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Elected into American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Office of the Director - July 1, 2009
Dr. Nabel was elected as a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences’ section on medical sciences.The Academy, which was established in 1780 by the founders of the nation, honors individuals who have demonstrated excellence and provided service to the nation and the world with its primary focus on science, technology, and global security; social policy and American institutions; the humanities and culture; and education.
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New Study Finds Direct Correlation between NIH Funding and Population Changes
Office of the Director - July 1, 2009
The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) on June 22, 2009, published an article titled, “NIH Funding Trajectories and Their Correlations with U.S. Health Dynamics from 1950 to 2004,” which explores the prospective effects of the NIH funding and its direct correlation with population changes in the risk of specific diseases.In the article, authors Kenneth G. Manton, Xi-Liang Gu, Gene Lowrimore, Arthur Ullian, and H. Dennis Tolley examine four major chronic diseases: cardiovascular disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes.
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June
An Update on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Dr. Nabel - June 29, 2009
I want to provide an update on the NHLBI’s participation in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The NIH received a tremendous response to Recovery Act requests for applications, including more than 20,000 for Challenge Grants. Given the high volume of response, I outlined in the chart below how we plan to invest the NHLBI ARRA funding.
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The NHLBI Expands Global Health Initiative
Dr. Nabel - June 8, 2009
I am pleased to update you on the expansion of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute’s (NHLBI’s) Global Health Initiative, an effort to further the Institute’s engagement in global health issues by working to prevent chronic disease worldwide. This initiative builds upon our commitment to provide international leadership through research, training, and education, as described in the NHLBI Strategic Plan.
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Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Reviews Proposed FY2010 Budget
Office of the Director - June 4, 2009
On May 21, 2009, the Senate Committee on Appropriations’ Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies held a hearing to examine the President’s proposed fiscal year (FY) 2010 budget for the NIH and to discuss the $10.4 billion provided to the NIH in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. NIH Acting Director Dr. Raynard Kington, NIAID Director Dr. Anthony Fauci, NHLBI Director Dr. Elizabeth Nabel, and NCI Director Dr. John Niederhuber testified.
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May
Draft NIH Guidelines for Human Stem Cell Research Now Available for Public Comment – Deadline is May 26
Office of the Director - May 21, 2009
The NIH is seeking public comment on the "National Institutes of Health Guidelines for Human Stem Cell Research.” The draft guidelines were developed to implement Executive Order 13505, which calls for the removal of limits on federally supported research on human embryonic stem cells. Written comments must be received by the NIH on or before May 26, 2009.
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April
Recruiting for Director, Division for the Application of Research Discoveries
Office of the Director - April 20, 2009
The NHLBI is seeking an exceptional candidate to serve as the Director of the Division for the Application of Research Discoveries (DARD). DARD provides leadership for the vigorous pursuit of excellence in national and international research translation, dissemination, and utilization programs to speed the application of scientific advances in the prevention, detection, and treatment of cardiovascular, lung, and blood diseases and narrow the discovery-delivery gap.
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The NHLBI Announces New Clinical Trial Related to Warfarin Dosage
Office of the Director - April 6, 2009
The NHLBI is launching the largest prospective, multi-center, randomized clinical trial in the United States to test whether adding a gene-based strategy to clinical information for determining initial warfarin doses will improve anticoagulation control, as measured by a blood test. Called Clarification of Optimal Anticoagulation through Genetics (COAG), the trial is supported by the NHLBI, with additional funding for genome analyses from the National Human Genome Research Institute (NIGMS).
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An Update on the NHLBI’s Participation in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Dr. Nabel - April 3, 2009
I am pleased to update you on the NHLBI’s planning and implementation of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). I want to share with you how energized we are with this opportunity.
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March
Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Named Lifetime Remarkable Woman
Office of the Director - March 30, 2009
Dr. Nabel has been named a “Remarkable Woman” by Lifetime Networks’ Every Woman Counts campaign. The 2009 campaign unveiled Remarkable Women, a weekly series that spotlights extraordinary women who inspire and empower others to make a difference in their communities.
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Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., Named to Federal Coordinating Council for Comparative Effectiveness Research
Office of the Director - March 26, 2009
Dr. Nabel was named by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as one of 15 members of the Federal Coordinating Council for Comparative Effectiveness Research. Authorized by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), the new council will help agencies of the federal government coordinate research and guide investments in comparative effectiveness research (CER) and related health services research.
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NHLBI Information About the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
Dr. Nabel - March 5, 2009
The NHLBI has been working to develop research grant and contract support mechanisms for its participation in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). This is truly an extraordinary opportunity to advance heart, lung, and blood research, and I want to keep you informed.
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February
The NHLBI’s Participation in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
Office of the Director - February 27, 2009
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) signed by President Obama on February 17, 2009, provides the scientific community with an extraordinary opportunity to advance biomedical research. Under the law, the NIH will receive a total of $10.4 billion to use during 2009 and 2010.
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NHLBI POUNDS LOST Study
Office of the Director - February 26, 2009
NHLBI study results show that heart-healthy diets that reduce calorie intake can help overweight and obese adults achieve and maintain weight loss. Results of the Preventing Overweight Using Novel Dietary Strategies (POUNDS LOST) were published February, 26, 2009, in the New England Journal of Medicine.
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January
Enhancing Peer-Review at NIH
Office of the Director - January 6, 2009
In June 2007, the NIH initiated the effort to formally review the NIH peer review system with input from both external and internal communities to address the many new challenges of modern research. Following the March 2008 release of the final report, the NIH completed the design implementation plan in June 2008.
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W. Keith Hoots, M.D. joins NHLBI as Director, Division of Blood Diseases and Resources
Dr. Nabel - January 5, 2009
I am very pleased to announce that Dr. W. Keith Hoots, M.D. has joined us effective January 5th, 2009 as Director of our Division of Blood Diseases and Resources. Dr. Hoots comes to us from the University of Texas (UT) Medical School at Houston where he was Professor of Pediatrics and Division Head of Pediatric Hematology; Section Head of Pediatric Hematology, UT M.D. Anderson Cancer Center; and Medical Director, Gulf States Hemophilia and Thrombophilia Treatment Center.
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