It is hoped that research from funded projects will be used to devise appropriate defense strategies that can be implemented shortly before or soon after bioterrorist acts. You may wish to also talk with Dr. Debaldo or Dr. Westhoff or Dr. Rick McClusky if you are interested in this grant. 25, No. 12, April 19, 1996.
Breast cancer affecting elderly women is a major health problem.
The purpose of this broad-based program announcement is to expand the knowledge base on breast cancer in older women through studies in the fields of biology, clinical medicine, epidemiology, and the behavioral and social sciences. NIDA funds investigator-initiated research focusing on developmentally appropriate universal, selective, and indicated drug abuse prevention strategies for individuals, groups, and specific populations. Application for Research Centers must be in accordance with the NIDA guidelines for Research Center applications. This mechanism provides specialized study for individuals with a health professional doctoral degree committed to a career in laboratory or field-based research. Candidates must have the potential to develop into independent investigators.