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Science Journal’s logo and the title “2019 Biomedical Breakthroughs” top this image. Three panels are below. The first reads, “In a first, drug treats most cases of cystic fibrosis” and has a ribbon-style image of a protein. The second reads, “Microbes to combat malnutrition” and has a photo of a very thin infant. The third reads, “Hope for Ebola patients, at last” and has a photo of two health workers in full protective gear. Below this all is a second headline that reads, “… and a Breakdown.” A single panel below contains the words “Measles resurgent” and a photo of two young children wearing surgical-style face masks that hide their nose and eyes.
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Appointed the 16th Director of NIH by President Barack Obama and confirmed by the Senate. He was sworn in on August 17, 2009. On June 6, 2017. President Donald Trump announced his selection of Dr. Collins to continue to serve as the NIH Director.
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