National Library of Medicine Sets July Regents Meeting
Published Date: 6/5/2026
Notice
Summary
The National Library of Medicine’s Board of Regents will hold a virtual meeting on July 16, 2026, with some parts open to the public and others closed to protect private info and trade secrets. This meeting affects researchers and grant applicants, as grant reviews will happen behind closed doors. Anyone can watch the open sessions online and send comments up to 15 days before the meeting—no registration needed!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Grant Reviews Held Behind Closed Doors
On July 16, 2026, the Board will meet in a closed session from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. to review and evaluate grant applications. The meeting is closed under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(4) and (c)(6) because discussions could disclose confidential trade secrets, commercial property, or personal information.
Open Sessions Videocast; Public Comments Allowed
Anyone can view the open parts of the virtual meeting via the NIH Videocast on July 16, 2026: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m., and registration is not required. Any member of the public may submit written comments no later than 15 days in advance of the meeting by sending them to the listed contact person.
Accommodations Require Advance Notice
If you need special assistance or reasonable accommodations to view the virtual meeting, you should notify the Contact Person (Sarah Edwards) in advance of the July 16, 2026 meeting. The notice requirement applies to attendees who need accommodation to access the videocast.
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