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A technician passes an ultrasound transponder over a pregnant woman’s abdomen.

Media Advisory: New ultrasound technique detects fetal circulation problems in placenta

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Media Advisory: NIH study identifies diverse spectrum of neurons that govern movement

Elementary school-age Black/African American girl with backpack and wearing mask.

Item of Interest: How is COVID-19 Affecting Children’s Daily Lives? Preliminary Data Offers Fresh Insight

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COVID-19 Research and NICHD

NICHD provides highlights of some of our COVID-19 research activities to understand the effects of the virus among the populations central to our mission.

Scanning electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2 (round magenta objects) emerging from the surface of cells cultured in the lab.

COVID-19 Information for NIH Applicants and Recipients

Due to the exceptional impact of COVID-19 on the research community, NIH provides updated guidance and information as it becomes available to help keep researchers safe while moving the science forward. Read more about the latest RADx-UP Return to School Notice of Intent to Publish a Research Opportunity.