NIH Awards Grants To Support Biomedical Research In Space

The National Institutes of Health has announced that it has awarded the first new grants under the Biomedical Research on the International Space Station (BioMed-ISS) initiative, a collaborative effort between NIH and NASA. Using a special microgravity environment that Earth-based laboratories cannot replicate, researchers will explore fundamental questions about important health issues, such as ...

HOPEWELL VALLEY: Elementary principals share back-to-school news

Hopewell Valley Regional School District’s four elementary schools will open Wednesday with an expected total enrollment of 1,679 — a figure that is subject to change.

Blog - New Funding for Biomedical Research in Space

The National Institute of Health announces the grants for research aboard the space station. The National Institute of Health (NIH) has awarded the first new grants for biomedical research on the International Space Station (ISS). The grants are part of an initiative between NIH and NASA to spur research on health issues in microgravity.

Thacker starts term

Rhea County Executive George Thacker, above, is sworn into office by Judge James McKenzie Wednesday morning. Dawn Thacker, George Thacker’s wife, and Gene Elsea hold the Bible Thacker took his oath on.

Mayor picks business editor for PR position

Washington County Mayor Dan Eldridge has chosen Jeff Keeling, the Johnson City Press’ business editor, to take on the position he recently created for a director of community relations and communications.