Biological Response to Environmental Health Hazards
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
What is Biological Response to Environmental Health Hazards?
The National Institute of Environment Health Sciences (NIEHS) funds grants to the extramural community with the goal of improving the understanding of how chemical and physical agents cause pathological changes in molecules, cells, tissues, and organs, and how, in response, these changes lead to disease and dysfunction. NIEHS also supports studies of the mechanisms of toxicity of such ubiquitous agents as metals, natural and synthetic chemicals, pesticides, and materials such as asbestos and silica. Specific attention is paid to the effects of these agents on various human organ systems, metabolism, the endocrine and immune systems, and other biological functions.
Administration
Biological Response to Environmental Health Hazards is administered by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a US national, citizen or permanent resident who is a current or prospective student pursuing a doctoral degree or research fellowship.
Application Details
What is the application process for Biological Response to Environmental Health Hazards?
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.