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Science Update: Parents’ early adversity may affect offspring health, NIH-funded animal study suggests

Media Advisory: High lead levels during pregnancy linked to child obesity, NIH-funded study suggests

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Science Update: Researchers determine function of important Legionnaires’ protein

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Now Available! NICHD Strategic Plan 2020.

After a multiyear collaborative process, NICHD is pleased to share its strategic plan outlining research goals and priorities for the next five years.

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NICHD Maternal Mortality Research Information

NICHD conducts and supports research on maternal health, including problems that may lead to maternal mortality.

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Transforming Down Syndrome Research

Diana W. Bianchi, M.D., Director

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Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development

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