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Spotlight on The Long-Lasting Effects of Preterm Birth
The Long-Lasting Effects of Preterm Birth
Recent findings from three NICHD-supported studies show that the effects of preterm birth don’t end once the infant leaves the neonatal intensive care unit. Effects on an infant’s stress system, social interactions, brain patterns, and cognition last well into childhood.   Read more about the effects of preterm birth



Spotlight on NICHD Director's Lecture Series: "Pharmacogenomics: Beyond Biomarkers"
NICHD Director's Lecture Series: "Pharmacogenomics: Beyond Biomarkers"
The NICHD Director's Lecture Series continues into 2012 with a focus on pharmacogenomics, the study of genes, inheritance, and their effects on individuals' response to drugs. Dr. Richard M. Weinshilboum, from the Mayo Clinic, shares his expertise in pharmacogenomics with NICHD staff and others.   Read more about The NICHD Director's Lecture Series



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