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Norman Sharpless, M.D., Sworn in as NCI Director

Dr. Sharpless, joined by his wife, Dr. Julie Lund Sharpless, is sworn in by HHS Acting Secretary Eric D. Hargan.

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NCI Division of Cancer Biology's Research Portfolio

These grants support research into the biological aspects of cancer and provide the building blocks of new treatments and clinical trials.

Investing in the Future of Cancer Research

NCI's annual plan and budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2019 highlights areas for which additional support will enable more progress.

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