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Recorded September 9, 2020. Francis Sellers Collins ForMemRS (born April 14, 1950) is an American physician-scientist who discovered the genes associated with a number of diseases and led the Human Genome Project. He served as director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland, from 17 August 2009 to 19 December 2021 ...
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Apr 30, 2024 · Francis Collins (born April 14, 1950, Staunton, Virginia, U.S.) is an American geneticist who discovered genes causing genetic diseases and who was director (2009–21) of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH). He had previously served as head (1993–2008) of the NIH’s National Human Genome Research Institute, a public research ...
Dec 6, 2022 · Dr. Collins, the longest serving NIH director, is stepping down on December 19, 2021, after leading the agency through the COVID-19 pandemic and other biomedical initiatives. Watch a video tribute from over 100 prominent figures who admire his scientific achievements and leadership.
Francis S. Collins, M.D., Ph.D., is the former director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). As the longest serving director of NIH — spanning 12 years and three presidencies — he oversaw the work of the largest supporter of biomedical research in the world, from basic to clinical research.
Oct 5, 2021 · Dr. Francis Collins, who led the Human Genome Project and the fight against COVID-19, announced his resignation as the head of the National Institutes of Health. He served under three presidents and was praised by Biden and Becerra for his scientific achievements.
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Oct 6, 2021 · The geneticist and former Human Genome Project leader is stepping down after 12 years at the helm of the US biomedical agency. He faced challenges and controversies, but also led major science projects and responded to COVID-19.
Feb 28, 2024 · Learn about the life and achievements of Dr. Francis Collins, the 16th and longest-serving Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). He led the Human Genome Project and received many honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Templeton Prize.
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