Scientific Review Branch

Plans, directs, and carries out the initial review (including site visits, where appropriate) of all Institute applications for grants not reviewed by the Center for Scientific Review, NIH;
Plans, directs, and carries out the technical merit review of all research and development contract proposals for the institute;
Manages chartered review committees, the establishment of Special Emphasis Panels, and identification and selection of qualified experts to serve on these review committees;
Works with program and grants management staff in writing solicitations for grants and contracts and is the official review expert for development of these announcements;
Serves as the information and coordination center for all grant applications pending review by Institute initial review groups;
Coordinates and maintains liaison relating to grant and contract review activities with institute staff and the Center for Scientific Review;
Fosters effective communication and relationships with the scientific community to enhance review activities; and
Develops and coordinates policies relating to scientific review and implements review policies established by NIH.

J. Patrick Mastin, Ph.D. (http://www.niehs.nih.gov/research/supported/dert/od/mastin/index.cfm) Deputy Director: Tel (919) 541-3289
mastin@niehs.nih.gov

Janice Allen, Ph.D.: Tel (919) 541-7556
Fax (919) 541-2503
allen9@niehs.nih.gov

Linda K. Bass, Ph.D.: Tel (919) 541-1307
Fax (919) 541-2503
bass@niehs.nih.gov

Sally Eckert-Tilotta, Ph.D.: Tel (919) 541-1446
Fax (919) 541-2503
eckertt1@niehs.nih.gov

Leroy Worth, Ph.D.: Tel (919) 541-0670
Fax (919) 541-2503
worth@niehs.nih.gov

RoseAnne M. McGee: Tel (919) 541-0752
Fax (919) 541-2503
mcgee1@niehs.nih.gov