Center for Health, People, and Places (CHPP)
The Center for Health, People, and Places (CHPP) advances scientific understanding and translates research into applications that support human well-being, their social and economic systems, and the environment that sustains all life on the planet.
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News and Updates
National Institutes of Health Need Agencywide Strategy to Prioritize and Fund Pediatric Research, Says New Report
News Release
Childhood health is foundational to lifelong well-being. A new National Academies report makes recommendations on how NIH and Congress can best support pediatric health research and improve health outcomes through childhood and beyond.
The Quest to Map the Global Ocean
Update
Join us on March 17 as Larry Mayer of the Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping at the University of New Hampshire presents the 27th annual Roger Revelle Commemorative Lecture. Register to hear him discuss advances in global ocean mapping and seafloor exploration from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM (ET).
- Updates and Innovation Opportunities for The Dietary Reference Intakes Process Feb 3, 2026 Update
- New Report Calls for Increased Focus on Mariner Health and Well-Being, Prohibition of Alcohol for Crew of U.S. Vessels Jan 15, 2026 News Release
- Improving Diagnosis in Rural Communities Nov 12, 2025 Feature Story
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NAS Building Guided Tours Available!
Participate in a one-hour guided tour of the historic National Academy of Sciences building, highlighting its distinctive architecture, renowned artwork, and the intersection of art, science, and culture.