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    NIH Innovates
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    Jul 31
    Applying for an NIH fellowship, training grant, or career development award? Review the latest updates on referral and peer review for F, K, and T applications. bit.ly/4vAgxwl
    A diverse group of scientists in a laboratory setting reviews notes and examines samples. An overlayed text reads, "Updates to NIH Fellowship, Training, and Career Development Applications: Referral and Review Highlights," followed by bullet points detailing key updates.
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    Jul 30
    STUDY: Alzheimer’s disease can be spotted using PET imaging of tangled brain fibers called tau, according to new NIH-funded research. Read the full paper. ➡️ bit.ly/4c5IvJn
    A brain scan image with colorful regions, labeled "RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT." Text below reads, "Alzheimer's disease can be spotted using PET imaging of tangled brain fibers." Logos of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and NIH are at the bottom.
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    Jul 30
    Thinking about contacting an NIH Program Officer? Explore practical guidance on when and how to reach out using health disparities research as an example. bit.ly/4yDZ8pg
    Tips poster titled "Tips for Contacting an NIH Program Officer" with a list of five suggestions: review funding opportunities carefully, use the published funding opportunity as a starting point, send an email for helpful context, keep the message focused and brief, and allow time for a response. NIH and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services logos are at the bottom.
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    Jul 28
    New study results provide the first direct evidence that certain molecules secreted from brown fat can regulate the metabolism of other organs. The findings could inform strategies to counter the effects of obesity and aging. Read more:
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    Study shows how brown fat benefits organs throughout the body
    A National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded study provides the first direct evidence showing that microRNA (miRNA) molecules secreted from brown fat can travel to and regulate the metabolism of other...
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    Jul 27
    Learn how NIH-funded data and biospecimen repositories maximize the value of rigorous research by making high-quality datasets and samples available to the broader scientific community. ➡️ bit.ly/45qbtQw
    A microscope with gloved hands adjusting its settings. Text reads, "Maximizing the Value of Rigorous Research." Below, it mentions NIH-supported data and biospecimen repositories. Logos of HHS and NIH are present.
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