The objective of the MERIT Award is to provide long-term, stable support to investigators whose research competence and productivity are distinctly superior and who are likely to continue to perform in an outstanding manner. "This is a fantastic recognition of the future of MRE. NIH is the world's premier funding agency for medical research. Our program is honored to have had their support since 1995, and look forward to maintaining and growing that relationship in the future," said Dr. Ehman. The provision of long-term stable support to such investigators is expected to foster their continued creativity and spare them the administrative burdens associated with preparation and submission o
