NIH Shortens Obesity Meeting From 11 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Published Date: 6/4/2026
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Summary
The NIH’s Center for Scientific Review changed the end time of a key meeting about obesity and metabolic disease from 11 p.m. to 6 p.m. on June 29, 2026. This affects researchers and staff involved in the study section, but the meeting remains closed to the public. No money changes, just a shorter meeting to keep things sharp and efficient!
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