Areas of Science/Program Contacts

• Section on Neuroscience, Genetics, & Symptom Management
• Section on Child & Family Health, & Health Disparities
• Section on Immunology, Infectious Disease, & Chronic Disorders
• Section on Acute & Long-Term Care, End-of-Life, & Training

The Program Directors listed in each Section are experienced scientists who oversee the conduct of programs within their research portfolios. They are the main contact between NINR and the extramural research community, and serve as an important resource for current investigators, and for applicants seeking NINR research and training grants. 

Individuals are strongly encouraged to contact the Program Director in their area of interest to discuss proposed research projects and/or training opportunities. Please note that the areas of responsibility provided below are not an exhaustive list. If you have an interest in a topic area not identified, please contact any of the Program Directors below.

Section on Neuroscience, Genetics, & Symptom Management

	Dr. Susan Marden 301-496-9623 Portfolio includes: Symptom Management (e.g. Pain, Fatigue, Nausea)
	Dr. Lois Tully 301-594-5968 Portfolio includes: Genetics & Biology Interim Portfolio includes: Neuroscience (conditions-cognitive function; diseases-acute, rehabilitation, caregiving)

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Section on Child & Family Health, & Health Disparities

	Dr. Paul Cotton 301-402-6423 Portfolio includes: Health Disparities Health and Risk Behaviors Men's Health
	Dr. Xenia Tigno 301-594-2775 Portfolio includes: Reproductive and Women's Health (including preterm birth), Sleep,  Renal/Urinary Incontinence, and Biobehavioral Research
	Dr. Lynda Hardy 301-594-5976 Portfolio includes: Child Health and Family Health (families and parenting/multigenerational; family health and illness; family interactions and networks). HIV/AIDS and Immune Function.

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Section on Immunology, Infectious Disease, & Chronic Disorders

	Dr. Lynda Hardy 301-594-5976 Portfolio includes: HIV/AIDS and Immune Function.
	Dr. Joan Wasserman 301-594-2154 Portfolio includes: Cancer, Chronic Diseases (metabolic/diabetes, gastrointestinal, and complex disorders)

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Section on Acute & Long-Term Care, End-of-Life, & Training

	Dr. Noreen Aziz 301-594-2542 Portfolio includes: Palliative Care and End-of-Life, Long-Term Care
	Dr. David Banks 301-496-9558 Portfolio includes: Training and Fellowships in All Science Areas
	Dr. Karen Huss 301-594-5970 Portfolio includes: Acute Care (cardiopulmonary and critical care) Institutional Care
	Dr. Donna Jo McCloskey 301-594-5971 Portfolio includes: Institutional Training Grants (T32) in All Science Areas

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Crosscutting Area Contacts

Below please find additional science areas. For information on these topics, please contact the corresponding Program Director.

Biobehavioral research: Dr. Xenia Tigno

Centers programs (general information): Dr. Donna Jo McCloskey

Clinical decision-making:  Dr. Noreen Aziz

Community-based initiatives: Dr. Paul Cotton

Genetics: Dr. Lois Tully

Research methods: Dr. Susan Marden

Small business research (SBIR/STTR): Dr. Paul Cotton