Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA)
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a $112,256 grant. The funding supports allergy and infectious disease research. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“The National Institutes of Health provides Career Transition Awards to dedicated clinical investigators.
“This HHS grant for more than $112,000 helps Virginia Tech advance its clinical investigations related to allergy and infectious disease research.”
According to the National Institutes of Health, Career Transition Award grants facilitate the establishment of a record of independent research by the investigator in order to sustain or promote a successful research career.
The HHS office responsible for this grant is the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
As a member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Congressman Griffith serves as the Chairman of the Health Subcommittee.
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