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NIH awards $36M to train junior faculty in Africa through MEPI program To encourage junior faculty at African academic institutions to pursue research careers, NIH is awarding up to $36.5 million over five years in the next phase of the Medical Education Partnership Initiative. >> Full article
Rwandan Minister of Health discusses country's health advances During a recent visit to the NIH, Dr. Agnes Binagwaho, Rwandan Minister of Health, spoke on health equity, ethics and evidence. >> Full article
Former Fogarty trainees help eliminate hepatitis C in Georgia Georgia has launched a groundbreaking program to rid its population of hepatitis C. Leading the effort are a number of former Fogarty trainees. >> Full article
Fogarty inspires future global health leaders Fogarty Director Dr. Roger I. Glass discusses how a recent survey of Fogarty-supported Scholars and Fellows demonstrates the positive impact of Fogarty's mentored research program on future global health leaders. >> Full article
Focus on research in China Research advances in China improve health globally China, a valuable partner with the U.S. in medical research, offers unique opportunities to advance scientific discoveries and improve health across the globe. >> Full article
Chinese researchers discovered effectiveness of artemisinin against malaria Scientists in China transformed an ancient herbal remedy into artemisinin, discovering a new class of drugs for malaria treatment. >> Full article
Arsenic added to cancer therapy after studies in China Chinese scientists were the first to identify arsenic as a treatment for acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). >> Full article
Benzene research in China informs EPA regulation Benzene studies in China contributed to the U.S. decision to limit benzene in gasoline, and Chinese regulations reducing workplace exposure. >> Full article
More on research in China: Asian diet examined for clues to improve health Chinese study shows folic acid helps reduce stroke risk Q and A with Dr Roger Detels on HIV/AIDS research and training in China Profile: Fogarty Scholar Dr Emily Vogtmann studies cancer threats in China
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