At a glance
This page provides a central location for news from NIOSH and its grantees related to extramural research and training.
Updates
Risk Assessment Questionnaire No Longer Required
CDC has retired the Risk Assessment Questionnaire Requirement and applicants are no longer required to submit the CDC Risk Questionnaire as part of their Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) application. CDC continues to conduct the review of risk posed by applicants as described in the Review and Selection Process. We may ask for additional information prior to the award based on the results of the review. Risk Questionnaires that are submitted will not be included in this risk review. (January 2024)
FY 2023 Annual Report
The FY 2023 annual report is now available. (January 2024)
NIOSH Ag Centers Celebrate 10 Years on YouTube
In this NIOSH Science Blog, the Ag Centers reflect on 10 years of using videos to improve safety and health. (November 2023)
ABLES: A Leader in Public Health Lead Surveillance
This NIOSH Science Blog describes the role of state surveillance in the Adult Blood Lead Epidemiology and Surveillance program. (October 2023)
Family Farms: When Working From Home Can Put Children at Risk
This NIOSH Science Blog describes findings from a survey conducted by the National Children's Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety. (September 2023)
FY 2022 Annual Report
The FY 2022 annual report is now available. (June 2023)
The National Mesothelioma Virtual Bank: Advancing Research and Treatment
In this NIOSH Science Blog, learn about how the National Mesothelioma Virtual Bank works and how it benefits researchers and patients. (May 2023)
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the Agricultural Community
This NIOSH Science Blog describes the contributions of several Ag Centers to updated guidance on personal protective equipment guidelines for avian influenza. (February 2023)
Scientific Peer Review During the Pandemic and Beyond: Changes, Benefits, and Impacts
In this NIOSH Science Blog, learn about the benefits and challenges of shifting to virtual scientific peer review. (October 2022)