Feds Feed Families 2017 Campaign August 18, 2017  Summer 2017 A few Feds Feed Families volunteers helping to sort and distribute the weekly donations. Every summer NIH participates in the Feds Feed Families (FFF) summer food drive. This year, the food drive kicked off on June 14 and after only nine short weeks, NIH has already received approximately 16,000 pounds of non-perishable and virtual donations READ MORE 10th Annual NIH Take a Hike Day Registration Now Open May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 The 10th Annual NIH Take a Hike Day will be held Thursday, June 8, from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm in front of Building 1. Join invited representatives from the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General and the Executive Director of the President’s Council on Fitness, READ MORE Bicycling as a Commuting Alternative March 03, 2017 Winter 2017 Are you interested in learning about different commuting options? Do you want a greener commute and a chance to get some exercise? Then try biking to work! With spring and warmer temperatures around the corner, bicycling is a great option for commuting. READ MORE Keeping NIH Physically Secure October 27, 2016 Fall 2016 A-photo-of-two-men-monitoring-a-security-control-desk Ever wonder how existing buildings are modified and outfitted with security systems? Or how new construction is completed to address potential security concerns? The Division of Physical Security Management (DPSM) was established to ensure that physical READ MORE What is the ORS Immersion Program? July 27, 2016 Summer 2016 An-operating-room-the-Division-of-Veterinary-Resources-DVR-uses-to-operate-on-animals Have you ever been curious about what the Office of Research Services (ORS) does to support the NIH community? Have you ever wondered about the services ORS offers and how ORS contributes to the overall NIH mission? These questions can be answered by the READ MORE NIH Library Bioinformatics Symposium May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 Bioinformatics-Symposium-Ad The NIH Library is hosting a Bioinformatics Symposium on Monday, June 20, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Lipsett Amphitheater at the NIH Clinical Center in Building 10. Learn how scientists are using software licensed READ MORE Computer Simulation Services Now Available at NIH March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Simio-Animated-Shuttle-Buses Have you ever wanted to see how modifying staffing levels or work schedules would affect the length of time it takes to complete the work of your office? Have you ever wanted to see how closing one of six employee campus entrances would affect the flow of READ MORE Saying Goodbye to Linda Brown November 30, 2015 Fall 2015 Linda-Brown-laughing-with-Tammie-Edwards-Medical-Arts-Chief Linda Jane Brown worked for the Medical Arts Branch for over 48 years and was an integral part of Medical Arts’ creative process and culture. After battling cancer for three years and at the age of 73, she recently passed away. READ MORE Free Flu Vaccine Clinic Begins September 21 August 31, 2015 Summer 2015 2015-8-12-2015-Foil-the-Flu-Schedule_Approved If getting sick will trouble you, then get the shot, and foil the flu! The Office of Research Services and the Clinical Center will provide free flu shots to staff with a valid NIH identification badge from September 21 through November 5. READ MORE I AM ORS… November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this new section — I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs, spotlighting not only the important role READ MORE I am ORS... February 21, 2018 Winter 2018 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this new section — I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs READ MORE I am ORS Spring 2018 May 23, 2018 Spring 2018 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this new section — I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs, spotlighting not only the important role READ MORE I am ORS Summer 2018 August 08, 2018 Summer 2018 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section — I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE After 50 Years, First NIH Conference Center to receive Facelift November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 First NIH Conference Center to receive Facelift The Building 31 Conference Center has served the NIH well for 50 years but has not received any significant updates and is showing its age and inadequacies. The original building opened in 1962 and the construction on the C Wing began in 1967. READ MORE Colleen McGowan Named Director, Office of Research Services February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 Ms. McGowan comes to ORS from the Clinical Center where she most recently served as the Executive Officer providing executive leadership to hospital clinical and support areas. READ MORE CREx: A Discovery Tool To Locate ORS Scientific Resources May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 CREx, the Collaborative Research Exchange (nih.scientist.com), is a discovery tool available to NIH scientists and staff as part of the Intramural Research Program. It’s an exclusive NIH online searchable platform for IRP researchers. READ MORE DSEIS Extends New Equipment Sales Procurement Deadline August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 Need to purchase new lab equipment and/or instruments before the end of FY19 but worried about those pesky end-of-fiscal year deadlines? Don’t fret. READ MORE ORS Turns 40 November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 November 9, 2019 officially marks the 40th anniversary of ORS becoming an organization. Today, ORS continues to progress in providing responsive and dependable services and support to the NIH community. READ MORE Maryland State Fire Marshal Issues Warning About New Social Media Challenge February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 Maryland State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci would like to warn parents of a new viral teen video, which may result in fire incidents and cause serious injury. READ MORE Medical Arts Appreciation to Dr. Anthony Fauci May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 Dr. Anthony Fauci inspires us all during this worldwide pandemic and he has gone above and beyond to educate and enlighten us all. The Medical Arts Team is honored to work with so many individuals dedicated to the NIH research mission. READ MORE Your Role in NIH Water Quality August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 As you return to the physical workplace, be aware of your role in restoring water quality. Although ORF has taken actions to ensure quality plumbing fixtures, there may be appliances in your workplace which may require your attention. READ MORE 2019 ORS Annual Report November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 We recently released our 2019 ORS Annual Report. It took a bit longer than expected as we got sidetracked with the pandemic, but it’s complete and deservedly recognizes the wide array of accomplishments across all services we offer to the NIH community. READ MORE NIH Will Enforce Real ID Act Starting in October 2021 February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 As of the publication of this article on February 22, the REAL ID enforcement at NIH is 220 days away. READ MORE NRC Inspection Time May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 Did you know that 2021 is an NIH Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) inspection year? Please be aware that a team of NRC inspectors will visit us sometime this spring or summer. READ MORE Rock Springs Satellite Parking August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 A new satellite parking lot will open within a five-minute walk to the Rockledge I & II office buildings, as well as NIH offices in the Rock Spring complex. READ MORE Photography Requests at NIH November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 Do you need a passport photo? What about an official portrait or a headshot for your organization's webpage? Are you hosting an event and need photography support? READ MORE Early Renewing NIH PIV Cards February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 The Division of Personnel Security and Access Control (DPSAC) predicts that during Calendar Year (CY) 2023, over 19,000 NIH PIV badges will be due to expire, a number that will far outstrip DPSAC’s operational capacity to process in one calendar year. READ MORE Novel Biosafety Tool Facilitates Safe Oversight of Biomedical Research at NIH May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 The Division of Occupational Health and Safety and Office of Research Facilities Portfolio Assessment Reporting Branch have collaborated to establish a new safety tool designed to track active research spaces within the NIH intramural program. READ MORE NIH Big Read on September 27 to Feature Dr. Ibram Kendi, "How to Be an Antiracist" August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 Ibram X. Kendi, Ph.D., the Andrew W. Mellon Professor in the Humanities and the Founding Director of the Boston University Center for Antiracist Research, will be our featured author and speaker this year for the NIH Big Read READ MORE Remote Fingerprinting for Badge Access November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 FieldPrint is a remote Crossmatch capability DPSAC uses via a Third party that uses crossmatch fingerprint machines but gives the option for remote locations that may be more accommodating than the NIH offices. READ MORE Personnel Security Processing for Onsite Summer Students March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 If you are a summer student who will be working onsite at an NIH campus, please read this quick article on how you can get your badge in an orderly fashion! READ MORE NIH Safety Health And Wellness Day June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 For the first time since 2019, an in-person Safety, Health and Wellness (SHW) Day event will be held on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Bethesda campus and other off-campus NIH facilities. READ MORE Importance of Cooperating with Investigators and How to Verify their Identity August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 As part of any T2, T3, T4 or T5 background investigation, there is a possibility of getting contacted by a DCSA investigator. READ MORE ORS Director & Occupational Health & Safety Division Director Win HHS Secretary's COVID-19 Recognition December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 Every year, HHS recognizes top individual and team performers for exceptional and meritorious achievements that contribute significantly to the Department's mission and goals. READ MORE Introducing Police Chief Cleveland Spruill March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 The new NIH Division of Police Chief Cleveland Spruill sat down with us to discuss some of his ideas and vision for the NIH Division of Police. Coming to us from the Alexandria City Police Department, Chief Spruill has had been able to tap into the many READ MORE Aging Gracefully: Social Connectedness and Engagement in a Post Pandemic Era May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 May is Older Americans Month. To commemorate this, the Administration of Community Living's 2024 theme is the power of connection and the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being. READ MORE Explore the Power of AI with NIH Library Classes and Resources August 30, 2024 Summer 2024 The NIH Library is pleased to present Artificial Intelligence (AI) classes to help NIH staff explore AI fundamentals, ethical considerations, and applications. READ MORE Publish with Confidence: New Publication Consultation Service from the NIH Library December 13, 2024 Fall 2024 Are you looking for help with publishing your manuscript or enhancing the visibility of your research output? The NIH Library’s new Publication Consultation Service can assist intramural researchers with journal selection READ MORE NIH Occupational Medical Service Now Offering Acupuncture Services May 27, 2025 Spring 2025 Acupuncture has been a useful addition to treating increased stress and tension, musculoskeletal pain (from acute or repetitive injury), headaches and migraines, environmental allergies, burnout, job fatigue, and poor concentration. READ MORE Office of Quality Management Services Available to All of NIH August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 Do you know what impact your changes have had on your organization, customers, or on NIH staff that may have been affected by the changes? What is working and what is not working – and why? READ MORE New NIH Child-Care Facility to Open This Summer May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 Opening June 2017, the Northwest Child Care Center (NWCCC) will serve 170 children in a beautiful new campus child care facility. The NWCCC is located on the NIH Bethesda campus across the street from the Clinical Center, between the Children’s Inn and th READ MORE New Medical Arts Website Launching Summer 2017 March 03, 2017 Winter 2017 The Medical Arts Branch (MAB) will launch a new website this summer, engaging visitors with its extensive portfolio, services and team. Current and prospective clients will find useful information about MAB’s broad range of creative services READ MORE Building 1 Cafe Bar: Not Your Average Joe October 27, 2016 Fall 2016 A-photo-of-a-cup-of-coffee-on-a-white-background In case you haven’t heard, there’s a new kid on the block and it’s anything but your “Average Joe.” With support from the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS), Eurest Dining Services re-opened the new Café last spring and has been able READ MORE Metro SafeTrack is Underway July 27, 2016 Summer 2016 The Metro “SafeTrack” project is underway to address safety recommendations and rehabilitate the Metrorail system. The Orange, Silver, Yellow and Blue Lines have already been impacted by “Safety Surges,” with the Red Line surge coming in August. READ MORE 9th Annual NIH Take a Hike Day May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 Dr.-Johnson-ORS-Director-participating-in-Take-a-Hike-Day The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) and the NIH Office of Management will host the 9th Annual Take a Hike Day on Thursday, June 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Join invited guests, Dr. Francis Collins and Ms. Shellie Pfohl READ MORE NIH Coming Together to Tackle the Blizzard of 2016 March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 A-photo-of-cars-at-a-stoplight-in-heavy-snow The National Capital Region experienced a historic snow fall in late January that closed airports, major interstates and impacted the federal government operating status for a week — January 22 to 29, 2016. During these weather emergencies, the dedicated READ MORE NIH Enforcing REAL ID Act November 30, 2015 Fall 2015 A “compliant” driver’s license or identification (ID) card is now needed to access federal facilities requiring proof of identity. REAL ID Phase 3b enforcement began on October 10, prohibiting federal agencies from accepting driver’s licenses or READ MORE Feds Feed Families Campaign August 31, 2015 Summer 2015 Dr.-Collins-donating-at-FFF This summer, NIH workers can fight hunger by donating non-perishable food and hygiene items to the Feds Feed Families (FFF) Campaign! In just a little over six weeks, NIH has already collected close to 8,000 pounds of goods READ MORE ORS Conference Facility Closings, Relocations and Renovations November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 The Events Management Branch (EMB) is working with the Office of Research Facilities to oversee multiple major projects in its conference facilities occurring on NIH’s main campus and three different off-campus locations stretching well into 2019. READ MORE NRC Commissioner Baran Tours NIH January 09, 2018 Winter 2018 In early February, the NIH hosted a visit by Commissioner Jeff Baran of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). READ MORE ORS Town Hall - Call for nominations ends March 14 February 01, 2018 Winter 2018 Do you know an outstanding ORS staff member or team who simply shine or go above and beyond? We ask that you nominate them for an ORS Recognition Award READ MORE Chill Out at the 2018 ULT Freezer Show May 23, 2018 Spring 2018 The Division of Scientific Equipment and Instrumentation Services (DSEIS) is hosting its second annual ULT Freezer Show in the Building 10 South Lobby from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm on Wednesday, June 6. READ MORE U.S. Surgeon General Takes the Stairs at NIH for New Campaign August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 The 20th Surgeon General of the United States, Jerome M. Adams, M.D., M.P.H., visited NIH August 1, to walk down 15 flights of stairs in support of the Take the Stairs Campaign and enjoy inspiring artwork recently installed in a Building 10 stairwell. READ MORE Successful 2018 NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 READ MORE I am ORS Fall 2018 November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section — I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE ORS Launches Spanish Language Site February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 ORS launched a mini-site Spanish version of the ORS website. Oficina de Servicios de Investigacion provides information on parking, transportation, badging, and navigating through campus for Spanish-speaking visitors and patients. READ MORE Medical Arts Transforms Stairwell to Promote Health and Wellness May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 Colorful graphics and inspiring messages can now be seen along the stairwell in Building 31. The Medical Arts Team transformed the B-wing stairwell encouraging us to stay active and take the stairs rather than the elevators. READ MORE ORS Annual Report 2018 August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 In July, the Office of Director released its Annual Report for 2018. The 2018 ORS annual report highlights just a fraction of our accomplishments over the past year. READ MORE NIH Will Enforce Real ID Act Starting in October 2020 November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 As of October 1, 2020, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will no longer accept identification that fail to meet the minimum requirements and issuance standards for federal recognition per the REAL ID Act of 2005. READ MORE DRS Proposes New Approach to Ensure Monthly Survey Compliance February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 The Division of Radiation Safety (DRS) plans to change its method of completing monthly surveys for posted labs to eliminate the risk of missed surveys. READ MORE Wildlife Updates on the NIH Main Campus May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 Members of the NIH Wildlife Veterinary Volunteers responded to a call from the NIH Police about a sighting of a den of foxes at the entrance to Building 30. READ MORE ORS Presidential Management Fellow Shares His Experience at OMS during COVID August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 ORS is now accepting short-term assignments for employees and rotational opportunities for Presidential Management Fellows and Management Interns. READ MORE The 6th edition of the Biosafety in Microbiology and Biomedical Laboratories is Available November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 For over 36 years, the BMBL has served as the cornerstone of laboratory biosafety practice in the United States since its initial release in 1984. READ MORE Using NIH SmartBenefits on iPhone and Apple Watch February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 Metro riders can now add a SmarTrip card to iPhone and Apple Watch and simply hold their device near the card reader to pay anywhere SmarTrip is accepted READ MORE New Remote Fingerprinting Service for NIH Staff May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 With over 1,300 Fieldprint locations across all 50 states, this new service significantly expands the ability of DPSAC to capture electronic fingerprints for individuals who are not located near an NIH facility. READ MORE NIH Mission First Safety Always Award Returns in 2021 August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 Which co-worker really stands out as a safety champion? Is there a co-worker who deserves a little extra acknowledgement for their contributions? If so, nominate your colleague for the Mission First Safety Always Award today. READ MORE Contactless Pickup Now Available at the NIH Library November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 The contactless pickup service is for print/physical materials only. Requested items that are available online will still be delivered electronically. Turnaround time may exceed 5 business days. READ MORE Where do I Send Diagnostic Samples for Study Animals? February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 After many years of serving the Intramural Research Program (IRP) Animal Users, the Department of Laboratory Medicine (DLM) discontinued processing diagnostic animal samples, effective December 31, 2021. READ MORE 20th Annual NIH Immigration Conference for Administrative Staff May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 Each year, the Division of International Services (DIS) welcomes hundreds of NIH administrators to their annual Immigration Conference. READ MORE Introducing the Metro Building 10 South Express Shuttle August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 On Monday, July 18, a new shuttle route was implemented to provide efficient and convenient transport to and from the Clinical Center. READ MORE Building 10 Express Shuttle Service -- New Stop at Building 29 November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 Are you looking for a quicker and easier way to get from the Metro to the middle and west sides of campus? Good news... READ MORE Thriving in Challenging Times March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 There is much to be upset about in today's world. So many have lost loved ones to disease, violence, or other tragic circumstances. Many families are struggling to survive or have been torn apart and many are isolated READ MORE Take A Hike Day June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 This year, Take-A-Hike Day returns as a live, in-person and hybrid event. Join us on Thursday, June 15 at 12:00 pm ET on the main campus in front of Building 1. READ MORE Introducing Stephen Teagarden: The "Firefighters' Chief" August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 Stephen Teagarden, our newly appointed NIH Fire Chief and Director of the Division of Fire and Rescue Services (DFRS), always knew he wanted to be a fire fighter. READ MORE Check Out The International Services Strategic Plan Updates December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 NIH hosts approximately 1,800 scientists from around the world. The Division of International Services (DIS) collaborates closely with Institutes and Centers (IC) to facilitate the immigration process for these scientists to come to the NIH and conduct li READ MORE Discover Your Perfect Commute with NIH’s Rideshare Ride-Matching Service March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 Are you tired of the daily commute hassles, searching for parking, and the skyrocketing costs of gas and auto maintenance? Look no further than the NIH Rideshare Program, an initiative designed to make your daily commute smoother, more cost-effective, and READ MORE Personnel Security Partners with CIT on ServiceNow May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 The Division of Personnel Security and Access Control (DPSAC) is pleased to share about our partnership with the CIT Helpdesk ServiceNow. READ MORE Postage Rate Increase for Summer 2024 August 30, 2024 Summer 2024 While the price for mailing a U.S. First-Class letter has risen to new highs this Summer and although feeling a bit of sticker shock at this point is understandable READ MORE 2024 Mission First Safety Always Award December 13, 2024 Fall 2024 The National Institutes of Health, Office of Research Services, Division of Occupational Health, and Safety (DOHS) salute a group of professionals making a difference in safety. READ MORE I Am ORS Interpreting Services May 27, 2025 Spring 2025 In this special edition of I Am ORS we’re highlighting Interpreting Services. Check out this video to learn more about this amazing team. READ MORE Announcing the 7th Annual “In Focus! Safe Workplaces for All” Photo Contest August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 Whether photography is your passion, hobby or just something you occasionally dabble in, the Office of Research Services (ORS), Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) invites you to be a part of building and sustaining a positive safety culture READ MORE Celebrate Bike To Work Day – May 19 May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 Bike-to-Work-Day-NIH-photo The NIH Bicycle Commuter Club (NIHBCC) and Office of Research Services (ORS), Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS), invite you to celebrate “Bike to Work Day” on Friday, May 19! Join your friends READ MORE Opening and Closing Mail Stops March 03, 2017 Winter 2017 guy-pushing-a-mail-cart-down-the-hall A mail stop is a designated location where the Division of Mail Management Services (DMMS) “stops” to deliver and collect mail on a daily basis. DMMS assigns a unique 4-digit number to identify each official mail stop. The first number in the series READ MORE Time to Update Your Biological Inventory October 27, 2016 Fall 2016 A-photo-of-multi-colored-substances-in-test-tubes All potentially hazardous biological materials must be registered with the Office of Research Services, Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) and included in your inventory. This includes pathogens, toxins, blood and body fluids, and primary READ MORE Hoverboard Dangers July 27, 2016 Summer 2016 Image-of-a-Recalled-Hoverboard Do you or someone you know use a hoverboard at home or work? The Division of the Fire Marshal (DFM) wants everyone to be aware of the dangers these boards present. After becoming the popular holiday gift of 2015, hoverboards caused many fires and falls. READ MORE Badging Office has a New Location May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 The Division of Personnel Security and Access Control (DPSAC) has moved its Badge Issuance/Access Control services from room B1A26 to room 1B03 in Building 31. DPSAC now offers all badging services, Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. DPSAC will READ MORE ORS Parking Contractor Receives Award from the Clinical Center March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 A-photo-of-Louise-Davis-and-Gedlu-Melk-at-the-CC-Directors-Awards-Ceremony In recognition of his dedication to customer service, Mr. Gedlu Melke, a contractor employed under the Parking Services Contract managed by the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS), was awarded the Jesse Ferguson Customer Service Award READ MORE NIH Shuttle Program Enhancements November 30, 2015 Fall 2015 Photo-of-a-NIH-shuttle-at-building Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) is pleased to introduce two new enhancements to the NIH Shuttle program that were implemented in November 2015: A six-month pilot shuttle route from Fishers Lane to the NIH Main Campus in Bethesda READ MORE NIH Child Care Subsidy Program August 31, 2015 Summer 2015 The NIH Child Care Subsidy Program is currently accepting applications from federal employees. This program was created to make child care more affordable for lower income NIH Federal employees through the use of agency appropriated funds. To be eligible READ MORE Silver LEED Certification Awarded to the New Northwest Child Care Center November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 Photo of a classroom in the Northwest Child Care Center The new Northwest Child Care Center located on NIH’s Bethesda campus recently attained a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification. The new child care center opened June 2017. READ MORE NIH Library - Now on eBook, Audiobook and App January 16, 2018 Winter 2018 Are you interested in popular science titles? Would you love to check them out immediately and read or listen to them on your device? Look no further. READ MORE 2018 NIH Science Day Wrap Up May 23, 2018 Spring 2018 On April 25, the Division of Radiation Safety participated in the NIH Science Day event held in the Natcher Building. Hosting several hundred middle- and high-school students, the NIH Science Day was ... READ MORE NIH to Celebrate Car Free Day September 21 August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 On Friday, September 21st and 22nd, the NIH will celebrate Car Free Day with the Washington Metropolitan Council of Governments (WMCOG). READ MORE Feds Feed Families 2018 Campaign August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 NHGRI staff show creativity with their entry for the Feds Feed Families “Food Fight” competition. NIH has kicked off its annual food drive to fight hunger, “Feds Feed Families”. After collecting a record 90,000 pounds of food donations in 2017, NIH is ready to again make a difference for individuals and families in our local communities. READ MORE Annual Report 2017 - Key Takeaways November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 The Office of Research Services is proud to share a few accomplishments from 2017 that demonstrate our successes and the ways we partner with the NIH research community to advance human health. READ MORE ORS Immersion Program Gives Participants A Look At How ORS Works February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 The Office of Research Services (ORS) Immersion Program provides Fellows/Interns and Administrative Officers (AOs) with an in-depth and behind the scenes experience with select ORS activities and services. READ MORE I AM ORS Spring 2019 May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. READ MORE I AM ORS: Summer 2019 August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. READ MORE Entering Campus Lawfully Via Taxi and Rideshare Services November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 In the recent months the NIH main campus has experienced several security breaches involving vehicles providing rideshare services. Follow these helpful tips to ensure you enter the campus lawfully and arrive at your destination on campus. READ MORE UPDATE: NIH Library Scholarly Publishing Symposium Canceled February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 the NIH Library is canceling the "Scholarly Publishing Symposium: Elevate Your Research Visibility" (https://www.nihlibrary.nih.gov/scholarly-publishing-symposium) previously scheduled for March 18. We will not be videocasting the event. READ MORE ORS Welcomes Dr. McCormick-Ell as Director of the Division of Occupational Health and Safety May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 Dr. Jessica McCormick-Ell started on April 27 as the new Director of the Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS). READ MORE Medical Director for OMS Retires After 38 Years of Service August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 Dr. James Schmitt retired on June 30 after 38 years working with the NIH. For 31 years, Dr. Schmitt has served as Medical Director for the NIH Occupational Medical Service (OMS). READ MORE Words of Encouragement in Challenging Times November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 The NIH Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can help you reflect on what has worked for you in the past with previous life stressors. We can help you look at what is depleting and what is restorative for you. We can help you develop a plan for what you’d READ MORE Legacy Chemical Storage February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 Focus in the workplace has shifted to employee safety and increase attention to strong public health measures. It is critical not to lose sight of other common laboratory risks. READ MORE DIS to Host 2021 Annual Immigration Conference Virtually May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 The conference will take place June 7 -June 10, 2021. DIS will present multiple sessions per day and repeat sessions throughout the conference. READ MORE DOHS’ LT. McNamara Receives Prestigious Eason Award August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 Congratulations to Division of Occupational Health and Services (DOHS) LT Kathryn McNamara for being chosen for the 2021 John C. Eason Award for Environmental Health Officers. This prestigious award reflects her contributions and service to the promotion READ MORE NIH Staff Amenities Update November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 What changes can you expect to see the next time you visit Masur Auditorium? Want to stay fit during the holiday season? Get these updates and more on staff amenities. READ MORE Radiation Safety Offers Lab “Dormant” Category February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 DRS is obligated by NRC requirements and NIH license conditions to perform routine surveys on all posted labs, and these surveys cost time and money. READ MORE Seasonal Gosling Rescue at Building 10 May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 Over the past 4-5 years there has been a pair of Canada geese who decided that the roof over the Building 10 library is their special “home" to return to annually. They lay their eggs there and intend to raise their goslings on the over 10-foot-high roof. READ MORE Scholarly Publishing Symposium: Elevate Your Research Visibility October 19, 2022 August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 Are you interested in increasing the visibility of your research? Join us for the Scholarly Publishing Symposium: Elevate Your Research Visibility on October 19, 2022, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. READ MORE Radiation Safety Refresher Training November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 With thousands of available training courses for NIH staff, it's likely you've already reached overload capacity on your tolerance for more training. READ MORE Dining Facilities and Available Services Updated March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 Are you familiar with all of the dining facilities and services available for NIH employees? As many of us return to the physical workplace there have been some changes and adjustments to the dining facilities and services on the campus locations. READ MORE 6001 Executive Conference Facility Opening This Summer June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 Events Management Branch announces the conference facility at 6001 Executive Blvd will open this summer! READ MORE Feds Feed Families is Here August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 Did you know that the NIH community has been participating in the Feds Feed Families campaign since 2009? READ MORE What is QPSO? Why is it important? December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 Do you want to exchange biological material (e.g., pathogens, clinical specimens, or tissue samples) with an international colleague? You should reach out to the NIH Quarantine Permit Service Office (QPSO) before you ship. READ MORE NIH Library Supports New Translations Requirements for Non English Speaking Research Participants March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 A new Office of Human Subjects Research Protections (OHSRP) policy for enrolling non-English speaking research participants goes into effect on March 1, 2024. READ MORE 2024 Safety, Health and Wellness Day May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 The 2024 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Safety, Health and Wellness Day will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, from 11:00am – 2:00pm, at the 6th Floor Conference Center of Building 31, C Wing on the NIH Bethesda campus. Everyone is welcome. READ MORE How Position Changes and Transfers Affect Your Badge August 30, 2024 Summer 2024 If a non-FTE (such as a Contractor) position classification is updated to a Federal employee (FTE), will the individual’s PIV badge still work? READ MORE I Am ORS Summer 2024 August 30, 2024 Summer 2024 Tae Chaney is a Supervisor and Senior Program Specialist within the Division of Police and has been with the NIH for 16 years. READ MORE Mice! Mice! Help NIH Eliminate the Unwanted Mice! December 13, 2024 Fall 2024 Pest issues on campus are always a problem this time of year when rodents are looking for warm places to reside during the colder months. READ MORE Register for Rideshare Options May 27, 2025 Spring 2025 The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) offers a free Carpool and Vanpool Matching Service through its Employee Transportation Services Office (ETSO). READ MORE Still Time to Purchase Lab Equipment during FY17 August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 Need to purchase new lab equipment and/or instruments before the end of Fiscal Year 2017? The Division of Scientific Equipment and Instrumentation Services (DSEIS) has extended the acquisition deadline! READ MORE Did You Know? New Guidance for Selection of Laboratory Coats May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 Thinkstock-workplace-safety-image In general, there are three types of hazards, personnel may encounter while working in laboratories at the NIH. Possible hazards include: • Biological Hazards – bloodborne pathogens • Chemical Hazards – carcinogenic, flammable, or corrosive materials READ MORE NIH Parking Attendants Have Holiday Spirit March 03, 2017 Winter 2017 Photo-of-3-contest-judges NIH’s parking attendants continued their annual holiday tradition of decorating campus parking booths to provide all NIH patients, visitors and staff with the festive holiday spirit. This decorating tradition has grown into a contest of sorts with the win READ MORE Registered vs. Certified Mail — Understanding USPS Special Services October 27, 2016 Fall 2016 An-image-of-multiple-postage-emblems It’s important to know which service to use if you need documentation for an important letter or parcel. The terms “registered” and “certified” are often used interchangeably, but are actually for very different services. READ MORE Laboratory Equipment — the Unsung Contribution to Scientific Discovery July 27, 2016 Summer 2016 An-image-of-a-plastic-model-of-an-industrial-robotics-arm-holding-a-beaker NIH is home to all-star scientists that conduct cutting-edge research. Their work is often ground-breaking and even Nobel-prize worthy. However, without the proper laboratory equipment needed to conduct research, scientists would be stuck with great ideas READ MORE The Fire Safety Dangers of Having Too Much “Stuff” in the Workplace and in the Home May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 “Hoarding” in the workplace and in the home is a major fire hazard and creates especially hazardous conditions for firefighters and other emergency responders READ MORE 22nd Annual Take Your Child to Work Day, April 28 March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Photo-of-a-little-girl-holding-her-mothers-hand The NIH will host the 22nd Annual Take Your Child to Work Day (TYCTWD) on Thursday, April 28, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You are invited to bring your school-age child (grades 1 – 12) to NIH for a day of discovery and exploration at our nation’s biomedical READ MORE Be Fire Safe with Electricity November 30, 2015 Fall 2015 photo-of-an-overcrowded-power-strip Charging a laptop computer. Plugging in an appliance such as a coffee maker, toaster or iron. Flipping on a light switch. These are all actions that are second nature for most of us. Electricity helps make our lives easier. However, we all need to be READ MORE Northwest Child Care Center Moving Forward August 31, 2015 Summer 2015 2015-06-25_Bell-Tower-and-Window-2 The NIH Northwest Child Care Center (NWCCC) is once again moving forward after experiencing a delay during the design phase in 2014. This long awaited facility will be situated at the corner of Center Drive, between the NIH Fire Station and the Children’s READ MORE JAWS and Zoom Text Assistive Technologies Now Available in the NIH Library November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 Assistive technologies now available in the NIH Library The NIH Library is now offering Job Access with Speech (JAWS) and ZoomText assistive software. As part of a six-month pilot program, these applications are now available to all NIH staff and visitors who visit the NIH Library. READ MORE Don’t Let Slips, Trips, Falls, and Distracted Walking Get You Down February 06, 2018 Winter 2018 Use good safety practices to prevent the most common injuries at NIH. READ MORE NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day – June 27 May 23, 2018 Spring 2018 The NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day will be held Wednesday, June 27, rain or shine, at the Clinical Center – South Complex, Building 10 from ... READ MORE Pedestrian Entrance Closing September 30, 2018 August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 READ MORE Monthly Survey Forms - New Policy from Radiation Safety August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 DRS is launching a new policy to improve our tracking of Monthly Surveys for posted labs using/storing radioactive material. READ MORE NIH Champion Provides Her Perspective on Work-Life Balance November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 What makes a work life champion? The answer might surprise you. READ MORE I Am ORS Winter 2019 February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section - I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE Proper Return Addressing for Official Mail Guidance May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 The Division of Mail Management Services (DMMS) is often asked about proper return address standards for official mail originating from NIH. With more NIH offices using computer-generated return address labels this issue has become increasingly important READ MORE 2019 Irradiator Refresher Training Deadline August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 Did you know that over 500 NIH employees across 12 different ICs are approved as irradiator users? Are you one of them? READ MORE I AM ORS Fall 2019 November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. READ MORE Let the NIH Pay for Your Commuting Costs February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 The Division of Amenities and Transportation (DATS) is excited to announce the mass transit benefit has increased to $270 per month due to the recently approved 2020 federal spending bill. READ MORE NIH Plans Online Take Your Child to Work Day Events May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 While NIH's "Take Your Child To Work Day", originally scheduled for April 23, was canceled this year, several institutes and offices devised creative online programs for staff and their families. READ MORE Foil the Flu 2020 August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 The NIH wants to assure staff, Foil the Flu, the annual seasonal influenza immunization program for NIH employees and contractors, is scheduled to begin in late September/early October. READ MORE I AM ORS Fall 2020 November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section - I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE I AM ORS Winter 2021 February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section - I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE I AM ORS Spring 2021 May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section - I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE Are You Really 508 Compliant? August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 The Events Management Branch provides accessibility services including real-time captioning, post-production captioning and audio description to ensure 508-compliant media and web content. Consult with EMB to ensure accessible media and web content. READ MORE I AM ORS Fall 2021 November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section - I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE Facility Security Committees: What You Need to Know February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 A Facility Security Committee (FSC) is a committee that is responsible for addressing facility-specific security issues and approving the implementation of security measures and practices at non-military federal agencies. READ MORE NIH Mission First Safety Always Award 2021 May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 The winner for the NIH Mission First Safety Always Award is Mr. Nathan Marchiano, section lead for Emergency Release drills, Clinical Center (CC). READ MORE I AM ORS Summer 2022 August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 Candice Townsend is an exhilarant member of the ORS family. She currently balances the tasks of serving as the Chief of Information Resources and Services branch at the NIH Library in addition to holding the role of acting director for the library. READ MORE Changes to Visitor ID Policy November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 As of May 3, 2023, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will no longer accept identification credentials that fail to meet the minimum requirements and issuance standards for federal recognition per the REAL ID Act of 2005. READ MORE Nathan Marchiano Wins NIH Mission First Safety Always Award March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 The award was presented to Mr. Nathan Marchiano of the National Institutes of Health, Clinical Center, Department Transfusion Medicine (NIH/CC/DTM) by CHB Manager Mr. Roxy Grossnickle READ MORE Improved 3D Printing Service at the NIH Library! June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 The NIH Library has a new 3D printer! The new Stratasys F270 significantly expands the Library’s 3D printing capacity, making it faster and easier for NIH staff to bring work-related 3D print projects to life. READ MORE I Am ORS Summer 2023 August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 Jim Spears is the Operations Manager for the Division of Mail Management Services (DMMS). In this role Jim supervises the daily operations while working with the customer service team and supporting the contractors under DMMS. READ MORE I Am ORS Fall 2023 December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 Barbara Raye is originally from Marion, South Carolina and serves as a Lieutenant at Paragon Systems Security at the NIH Bethesda Campus. READ MORE I Am ORS Winter 2024 March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 Harold Woods is originally from Baltimore, Maryland and serves as an Emergency Dispatch Supervisor for Department of Emergency Management (DEM) at the National Institutes of Health. He first came to the NIH in 2010. READ MORE I Am ORS Spring 2024 May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 India Taylor is originally from Washington, DC and serves as the Production Lead for the Medical Arts Branch. In this role she supports the production work that comes to Medical Arts such as Town Hall visuals, Length of Service Awards, READ MORE Aging and Adult-Dependent Committee Seeking New Members August 30, 2024 Summer 2024 The Aging and Adult-Dependent Care Committee (AADCC) seeks new members for 2025-2027. The AADCC was first chartered in 2016 in response to the 2012 Life@NIH Survey results that identified a deficit in 1) awareness of existing aging and adult-dependent car READ MORE I Am ORS December 13, 2024 Fall 2024 In this edition of I Am ORS we are honored to feature a father and daughter duo that are both employees of ORS, Frank Kuo and Judie Bae. As the nominations were submitted for the selection process Frank and Judie were selected and coincidentally happene READ MORE Learn at Your Own Pace with On Demand Tutorials from the NIH Library May 27, 2025 Spring 2025 The NIH Library is pleased to offer a growing collection of On Demand Tutorials, designed to support NIH staff training needs. READ MORE ORS Services Included in CC Take Me There App August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 In case you haven’t heard, the NIH Clinical Center (CC) has a wayfinding app called “NIHCC Take Me There,” which allows users to find their way around the hospital and also includes valuable information under the Staff Services option. READ MORE Fire Safety Tips for Using Personal Computers May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 Thinkstock-Photo-fire-safety-personal-computer The Division of the Fire Marshal, Office of Research Services offers these fire safety tips for using personal computers with the hope that they might prevent the loss of life or property both in the workplace and at home: READ MORE Legacy Radiation Safety Records March 03, 2017 Winter 2017 Radioactive-materials-sign Are you the kind of scientist that hoards everything? Did you run across dusty old boxes of radiation safety-related records during Clean Sweep? If you can answer yes to either of those questions, the Division of Radiation Safety (DRS) would like to hear READ MORE Home Fire Safety Alert — Check Chimneys and Smoke Alarms October 27, 2016 Fall 2016 A-photo-of-a-man-cleaning-out-a-chimney Since autumn is here and cold weather is once again upon us, now is an excellent time to conduct a home safety check of your heating equipment, fireplaces and smoke alarms. The Division of the Fire Marshal (DFM) recommends the following: READ MORE Car Free Day July 27, 2016 Summer 2016 Three-coworkers-carpooling-to-work Mark your calendar to go “car free” or car “lite” on Thursday, September 22, 2016. Car Free Day is a worldwide event that encourages greener methods of travel by: mass transit, bicycling and walking to work. Carpooling and telework also count. READ MORE Legacy Radioactive Labs at NIH May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 The NIH has been using radioactive materials nearly since its inception. Although Building 21 was opened in 1950 for the purpose of conducting work with non-trivial amounts of radioactive materials, usage slowly expanded into most labs in buildings across READ MORE Cold Stress March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Photo-of-two-construction-workers-out-in-the-cold Anyone working in a cold environment may be at risk of cold stress. Some workers may be required to work outdoors in cold environments and for extended periods of time. For example, snow cleanup crews, sanitation workers, police officers and emergency READ MORE How Your Librarian’s Training Serves You November 30, 2015 Fall 2015 Photograph-of-the-Division-of-Librarys-Entrance-in-Building-10 Librarians are well-known for assisting others with their research, but did you know that many librarians conduct their own original research as well? Library science research often aims to explore how and why people use information so that librarians can READ MORE Add Your Mail Stop Code to NED to Ensure Faster Delivery August 31, 2015 Summer 2015 An-image-of-an-interoffice-mail-envelope Relocating to a new office space, having a common name or commonly misspelled name, or packages requiring a signature, are all instances where using a mail stop code (MSC) would help get your mail/packages delivered faster. Adding your MSC to NED can help READ MORE Using Customs Forms on International Mail November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 Image of a customs declaration form envelope Customs forms must be filled out for all parcels going to any foreign country, including those being sent to military addresses. All NIH-generated, internationally bound parcels sent through the U.S. Mail are checked by the Division of Mail Management READ MORE Elimination of Bicycle Voucher Program January 08, 2018 Winter 2018 As of January 1, 2018, NIH stopped providing a bicycle subsidy, affecting 145 NIH bicycle members. We encourage our bicyclist community to continue to hit the trails and the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) is here to help. READ MORE Five TIPS for a Pest-Free Workplace May 23, 2018 Spring 2018 Here are some helpful reminders that will keep bugs, and other things, away from your work area ... READ MORE NIH Library Resources, Services and Events August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 August is often a time for vacations and taking some relaxing days off. However, the NIH Library is not taking it slow this month, with the release of new resources and services and three planned events. READ MORE Speed Signs Help Improve Pedestrian Safety November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) is pleased to announce the introduction of speed radar signs on campus after hearing increased concerns from the NIH community over the last several months regarding speeding. READ MORE Tips To Help Prevent Office Theft and Other Crimes February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 Any criminal activity that happens outside our gates can happen on the NIH Campus. Here are tips to help prevent office theft and other crimes. Remember most crime can be reduced or stopped simply by reducing the opportunity for it. READ MORE 17th Annual DIS Immigration Conference May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 DIS hosted its 17th Annual Immigration Conference on April 23 and 24 in the Natcher Conference Center. The annual conference features over 20 sessions on immigration topics geared at all levels of knowledge. READ MORE Science Education Video Collections Available from the NIH Library August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 NIH staff may use SAGE Data Science and JoVE Science Education video collections to stay up to date on scientific fundamentals and/or best practices for data analysis. Over 3,200 videos are available at the NIH Library. READ MORE DPSAC Introduces an Automated Call Center System November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 DPSAC's new Call Center went operational October 8, 2019. Basic information, such as hours of operation are now provided via prerecorded messages in the system. READ MORE I AM ORS Winter 2020 February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section - I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE Welcome Anna Verschoore as New EAP Manager May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 ORS welcomes Anna Verschoore to the NIH Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Division of Occupational Health and Safety. READ MORE Kudos to the NIH Respiratory Protection Program August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 In the last five months, the NIH Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) has fit tested and provided training for respirators to over 700 NIH employees. READ MORE I AM ORS Summer 2020 August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section - I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE IT Branch Chief Receives the Excellence in Mentorship Award November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 This award recognizes an individual supervisor or natural support coworker within a company or organization that has gone above and beyond to support, encourage and foster success within that company for a person that SEEC supports. READ MORE Why Do NIH Deer Wear Ear Tags? February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 The White-Tailed Deer on the NIH Bethesda Campus are part of a wildlife research study done at the NIH through the Division of Veterinary Resources (DVR). READ MORE Online Lectures and Article Recommendations Featuring Your NIH Colleagues May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 The NIH Library introduces HSTalks Online lectures and Faculty Opinions, two online resources that can help you access online lectures and article recommendations. READ MORE I AM ORS Summer 2021 August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 The Office of Research Services (ORS) is comprised of a diverse portfolio of services that support the NIH mission. In this section - I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind these vital programs. READ MORE Radation Safety Lab Numbering Explained November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 If you're an Authorized User and you've ever been confused about the list of labs assigned to you on your monthly DRS report, this explanation should help. READ MORE I AM ORS Winter 2022 February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 READ MORE It’s Radiation Safety Refresher Training Time! May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 DRS Refresher Training Launch Over 1200 staff recently received an email from Cathy Ribaudo, NIH Radiation Safety Officer, announcing the launch of the 2022 General Radiation Safety Refresher Training. Yes, it's that time again. READ MORE The WAG Program at NIH…What is WAG? August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 WAG stands for Waste Anesthetic Gas. At the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) oversees the WAG Program. WAGs are excess gasses from anesthesia used during human and animal procedures. READ MORE I Am ORS Fall 2022 November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 Terrance Branch is the Director of the Office of Innovation Information Technology. He serves as the CIO for both ORS and ORF. READ MORE I Am ORS Winter 2023 March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 Originally from Youngstown, Ohio Seth Cooley graduated from Kent State University with a degree in biology and now serves as an industrial hygienist for the Division of Occupational Safety and Health. READ MORE I Am ORS Spring 2023 June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 READ MORE Keep Your Finger on the Pulse of Health News with STAT August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 Now available from the NIH Library, STAT+ provides in-depth analysis, timely news and exclusive content for healthcare professionals, researchers and policymakers. READ MORE Friendly Reminder About The NIH Alcohol Policy December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 The use of alcoholic beverages on public property is prohibited except, upon occasions and on property upon which the head of the responsible agency or his or her designee has for appropriate official uses granted an exemption in writing. READ MORE NIH Polio Eradication Program Working toward a polio free world! March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 Before the launch of the WHO's Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) in 1988, wild-type poliovirus infected about 400,000 new individuals annually in more than 125 endemic countries. READ MORE Pay-by-Foot Machine at MLP-11 Gateway Visitor Garage May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 We are excited to introduce the Pay-by-Foot Machine that promises to enhance convenience and efficiency at the MLP-11 Gateway Visitor Garage. READ MORE 22nd Annual DIS Immigration Conference for Administrative Staff August 30, 2024 Summer 2024 The Division of International Services (DIS) hosted the 22nd Annual Immigration Conference for Administrative Staff on May 7-9, 2024. READ MORE USPS RATE ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON December 13, 2024 Fall 2024 As we go into the Fall and Winter holiday mailing season, you may notice that the USPS parcel prices seem a bit higher than usual. READ MORE International Services Portal to be Required Soon May 27, 2025 Spring 2025 The DIS Customer Portal is used to submit cases for Visiting Program scientists to DIS digitally. READ MORE NIH Safety, Health & Wellness Day – June 28 May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 Everyone is invited to attend the NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day event to be held rain or shine on Wednesday, June 28, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm, at the Clinical Center, South Lobby and Outside Area (Building 10). READ MORE Prevent Home Fires March 03, 2017 Winter 2017 Smoke-coming-from-under-door Your home should be a safe haven. But do you regularly check for home fire hazards? If not, there is the potential for danger. With a little extra caution, preventing the leading causes of home fires – cooking, heating, electrical and smoking — is within READ MORE What’s New at the NIH Library? October 27, 2016 Fall 2016 Monday, October 31, 2016 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Lipsett Amphitheater and FAES Terrace, NIH Clinical Center, Building 10 READ MORE NIH Mission First, Safety Always Award 2015 Winners July 27, 2016 Summer 2016 The Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) salutes a group of professionals making a difference in safety. The NIH Mission First, Safety Always award was created to recognize NIH personnel who have demonstrated leadership, innovation and READ MORE X-Ray Safety March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 A-picture-of-an-open-beam-analytical-device The Division of Radiation Safety (DRS) is a resource for scientists who use open beam analytical x-ray devices at NIH. These instruments can range from low keV x-ray energy to very high energy x-ray generation READ MORE NIH Announces “In Focus! Safe Workplaces for All” Photo Contest November 30, 2015 Fall 2015 scientist-standing-on-a-ladder-in-a-lab The 2015 NIH “In Focus! Safe Workplaces for All” Photo Contest, presented by the Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS), challenges anyone with a passion for photography to capture an image of workplace safety and health. READ MORE Take a Hike Day Recap August 31, 2015 Summer 2015 takehike-runners-off-cropped Despite an overcast and wet day on June 4, 2015, the 8th Annual NIH Take a Hike Day was a huge success. There were over 1,300 registered participants! NIH staff had a wonderful time participating in the event at both on- and off-campus locations. READ MORE Custom Information Solutions at the NIH Library August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 CIS Team holding a meeting Did you know that the NIH Library can help you translate your research challenges into intelligent information solutions? The Library’s Custom Information Solutions (CIS) service brings together information science and technology expertise with services a READ MORE Sending Packages to Foreign Destinations May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 International-package delivery concept Do you send packages to foreign destinations as a part of your job? If you do, please note that shipping requirements for sending packages will change effective June 3, 2016. READ MORE Become a Friend of the NIH Library November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 Photograph of the Division of Library's Entrance in Building 10. Are you interested in helping to improve the information resources and services offered by the NIH Library? We are looking for NIH staff to join the Friends of the NIH Library group to help us better understand our programs and services from our customers READ MORE Parking Attendants Show Holiday Spirit January 02, 2018 Winter 2018 Every year, the NIH’s parking attendants celebrate the holiday season with a tradition of decorating their parking booths to bring smiles and good cheer to NIH patients, visitors and staff. See who won! READ MORE SAFETY Responsibilities for Supervisors May 23, 2018 Spring 2018 Supervisors are responsible for a great deal of what goes on day to day in the workplace; it’s not just a position that solely assigns tasks. Supervisors must ensure a safe and healthful workplace for employees. READ MORE Foil the Flu 2018-2019 August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 The annual influenza vaccine clinic sponsored by the NIH Office of Research Services and the Clinical Center will begin offering flu vaccinations on October 2, 2018 READ MORE Nominees Sought for 2018 NIH “Mission First, Safety Always” Award August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 The award showcases personnel who have demonstrated leadership, innovation and involvement in their organization’s safety culture and promoted safety in the workplace. READ MORE Fire Safety Tips for Barbecue Grills August 16, 2018 Summer 2018 With Labor Day cookouts approaching, the Division of the Fire Marshal, Office of Research Services, would like to share a few tips that will make using your barbecue grill a fire-safe and enjoyable experience. READ MORE International Services Update November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 DIS Unable to Issue Checks for Immigration Petitions & Applications Until November 30th READ MORE Veterinary Volunteers Assist Injured Wildlife on NIH Campus February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 Have you ever seen an injured animal, including injured wildlife on campus and wondered what you can do to help? The good news is that there is a dedicated team of volunteer veterinarians, technicians and facilities personnel who can assist. READ MORE NIH Launches Redesigned Personal Health and Wellness Site May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 Wellness@NIH, created and maintained by Health and Wellness Council and Division of Amenities and Transportation Services, was recently relaunched and enhanced. READ MORE DRS Helps NIH's First Targeted Thorium Conjugate Patient August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 On July 23, the first targeted thorium conjugate patient in the United States was treated at the NIH. This event was the culmination of over 18 months of collaboration with Bayer, the National Cancer Institute (NCI), Clinical Center, and Division of Radi READ MORE Innovative Food Automation Comes to the Clinical Center November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 Sally is a freestanding robot that prepares fresh meals in under 60 seconds at the customer's request. With up to 1,000 ingredient combinations, Sally composes delicious snacks and salads at the touch of a button. READ MORE ORS Staff Making an Impact in the Quest for Equality for All February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 The 2020-2022 Federally Employed Women's Bethesda Chapter Executive Board was recently announced by the DC Metro Region of Federally Employed Women (FEW). READ MORE Meet DATS Lead Interpreter, April Cook February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) welcomes April Cook as Lead Interpreter of its Interpreting Services Program. READ MORE I AM ORS Spring 2020 May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 In this special edition of I AM ORS, we showcase the exceptional employees behind the COVID-19 pandemic response efforts at the NIH. READ MORE NIH Staff Give Generously through Feds Feed Families Campaign August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 Although this year the Feds Feed Families campaign was strictly virtual, NIH staff around the country exhibited record-breaking generosity, donating a total of 297,201 pounds of food between June 1 and July 31. READ MORE Mice in Your Office November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 Once inside, your office can be very inviting to mice if there is a source of food and a warm place to hide nearby. Yet, doing the following can help to eliminate the rodent population in your work area. READ MORE Updated Policy for Storage of Radioactive Material in Unrestricted Areas February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 The Division of Radiation Safety (DRS) is implementing an updated policy for storing radioactive material in unrestricted areas (corridors, unposted labs equipment rooms, etc.) READ MORE "Bike to Work" Day Update 2021 May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 The Council of Governments will host pit stops across the NCR on a smaller scale on May 21 with significant COVID safety protocols. Any NIH employee or community member who plans to commute to work by bicycle that day can still register for the event. READ MORE Locate Your Automatic External Defibrillator August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 AEDs are provided in an area near you for emergency use by trained personnel to aid in the emergency response time of those who maybe experiencing sudden heart-irregularities and cardiac arrest or symptoms. READ MORE 2021 USPS Holiday Season Price Increase November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 This year the U.S. Postal Service will institute a temporary price increase for their retail parcel products for the 2021 peak holiday season. Price increases went into effect on October 3, 2021 and will remain in place until December 26, 2021. READ MORE International Services Recognizes Staff Awards Ceremony February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 The Division of International Services (DIS) uses an internal database named NIH Visiting Scientists Tracking Automation System, or “nVISTAS” for short, to create and track records and immigration documents for NIH’s foreign national scientist population. READ MORE I AM ORS Spring 2022 May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 In OIIT, Marquette manages the technicians that support ORF, ORS and the NIH Children's Inn staff with their computer and technology needs. He first learned about NIH in the early 2000's from a fellow colleague at the Washington National Opera. READ MORE Child and Family Program Updates August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 NIH Childcare Centers have done a phenomenal job caring for the children and families throughout the COVID pandemic and variants. It’s always uplifting that amidst continued COVID, changing policies, and even some room closures READ MORE NIH Vaccination Efforts Published November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 The COVID-19 pandemic brought opportunities for the NIH to collaborate and innovate. The pandemic also demanded nimble action throughout, to ensure high level public support of our NIH community. READ MORE NRC Signals Changes Coming for Extravasations March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), the agency regulating the use of radioactive materials, recently announced their intention to update regulations to make some cases of radiopharmaceutical extravasations a medical event. READ MORE Registered vs Certified Mail Understanding USPS Special Services June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 It’s important to know which service to use when you need documentation for your important letter or parcel. READ MORE Stay Current with the Newest Research Preprint Citation Index August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 Introducing Preprint Citation Index, a new tool available from the NIH Library that can help you discover preprints for key research articles ahead of formal journal publication. READ MORE Eurest Dining and Project SEARCH NIH Championing Inclusivity and Empowerment December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 Project SEARCH NIH is an initiative within the SEEC organization. It was established in 2010 to create unpaid internship opportunities for young adults with developmental disabilities. READ MORE Child and Family Programs Welcomes DeAnna Knox! March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 DeAnna Knox is the new Child & Family Program Specialist for DATS. She is transferring from the Department of Defense with 23 years of experience working with Child & Youth Services and families. READ MORE Processing Summer Students May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 For administrative officers (AOs) who will be involved in processing Summer Students, please read below for information on the type of badge that Summer Students will be receiving and the DPSAC process they must go through to receive their badge: READ MORE October is Work and Family Month! August 30, 2024 Summer 2024 Come join us as we highlight the importance of Creating a Healthy Relationship Between Work, Family and Life Responsibilities. Regardless of your employment designation, there are NIH services available to help support YOU! READ MORE REAL ID is Here May 27, 2025 Spring 2025 On May 7, 2025, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) began only accepting state-issued driver’s licenses and identification (ID) cards that are compliant with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) REAL ID Act for individuals requesting acces READ MORE Do You Want to Send or Receive Biological Material? May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 A-photo-of-a-scientist-holding-test-tubes You should know the Federal Government manages the transport of a wide variety of biological materials commonly used in research. The NIH Quarantine Permit Service Office (QPSO) is your resource to help you navigate complex requirements for the import READ MORE Meeting the Equipment Needs of NIH Intramural Research March 03, 2017 Winter 2017 Scientist-reaching-into-freezer The Division of Scientific Equipment and Instrumentation Services (DSEIS) is now offering the Stirling Ultracold SU780 freezer through its sales/rental program. This freezer model comes with power cords for both 115V and 230V outlets. READ MORE New NIH Freezer Policy: Are You in Compliance? October 27, 2016 Fall 2016 A-photo-of-a-scientist-opening-a-freezer Ultra-Low Temperature (ULT) freezers provide reliable storage for preserving research-related materials used in NIH mission critical activities. Well-maintained, energy efficient ULT freezers can play a significant role in reducing NIH cold storage costs READ MORE Do You or Your Employees Wear a Respirator July 27, 2016 Summer 2016 Did you know that the Occupational Medical Service (OMS) must medically clear all NIH employees that require respirator use? Did you know that respirator fit testing (e.g. N-95 respirator) READ MORE 2015 “In Focus! Safe Workplaces for All” Photo Contest Award Winners May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 For five years, the “In-Focus! Safe Workplaces for All” photo contest has inspired workers to focus on safety and has traditionally served as an entertaining way to document workplace safety. It challenged anyone with a passion for photography to capture READ MORE Changes to Pricing for First Class Mail March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Did you know that in recent years the Postal Service has changed the way First Class Mail is priced? First Class Mail consists of postcards, business-sized envelopes up to 3.5 ounces, large envelopes and small packages up to 13 ounces. READ MORE Tell DSEIS Your Lab Equipment Needs November 30, 2015 Fall 2015 scientist-using-a-centrifuge The Division of Scientific Equipment and Instrumentation Services (DSEIS) supports the NIH Scientific community with lab equipment acquisitions and maintenance needs through sales, rental, maintenance, repairs, calibration and custom fabrication services. READ MORE Fire Safety for Clothes Dryers August 31, 2015 Summer 2015 A-woman-overloading-a-dryer Doing laundry is likely something you do as a part of a daily routine. Did you know the leading cause of clothes dryer fires in the home is failure to clean them and how extremely important it is to take care of your clothes dryer as part of an overall READ MORE ORS Discontinues Mechanical Instrumentation Design and Fabrication Services Beginning October 1 August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 The Mechanical Instrumentation Design and Fabrication Branch, part of the Division of Scientific Equipment and Instrumentation Services (DSEIS) has supported the NIH community for over 35 years, providing custom instrumentation, equipment design, fabricat READ MORE Work/Life Champion Award and Supervisor Training Opportunities in 2018 November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 Pictured left to right: Dr. Alfred Johnson, unnamed, Kirkland Davis and Dr. Francis Collins. At the NIH Director’s Award Ceremony on September 1, Kirkland Davis from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) received the first ever “Work/Life and Well-Being Champion” award. Sponsored by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) and the Office of READ MORE Save the Date - May 18 is Bike to Work Day February 13, 2018 Winter 2018 The NIH Bicycle Commuter Club (NIHBCC) and the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) invite you to celebrate “Bike to Work Day.” READ MORE 11th Annual Take a Hike Day May 23, 2018 Spring 2018 Lace up your shoes, grab a coworker, and register for the 11th annual “Take a Hike Day!” This year’s event will be held Thursday, June 7, with activities starting at ... READ MORE DIS Check-In Provides Opportunity for Scientists to Build a Community and Network August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 The DIS Monday morning “Check-Ins” are an integral part of the onboarding process for non-FTE foreign nationals. READ MORE Safety Talkback for the Workplace August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 Do you have ideas for improving Occupational Health and Safety at your Office, Institute, Center or throughout the NIH? READ MORE NIH Library Information Resources Available from Your Desktop November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 NIH Library Information Resources The NIH Library provides access to a wealth of online information resources to help NIH staff conduct their research more effectively and efficiently READ MORE Office of Quality Management Provides Technical Leadership to Optimize NIH February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 Since the start of the Optimize NIH initiative, the ORS Office of Quality Management (OQM) has taken on an active leadership and collaborative role. OQM team members received NIH Director's awards for their contributions. READ MORE NIH Library Reference Assistant Named 2018 Federal Library Technician of the Year May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 Congratulations to Derek McDowell on being named the 2018 Federal Library Technician of the Year. He was recognized for his innovation and dedication as a technical resource for NIH Library multimedia services and for his superior customer service. READ MORE September is National Yoga Month August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 In celebration of National Yoga Month, the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services, in partnership with the R&W Fitness Center, will be offering free yoga-related events READ MORE Differences in Pricing for First Class Mail November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 Did you know that in recent years the Postal Service has changed the way First Class Mail is priced? The recently changed pricing structure reflects the different costs to the Postal Service for processing each category. READ MORE What to Do When Every Day is “Take Your Child to Work Day" May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 For many NIH staff members, the current stay-at-home orders, coupled with school and childcare closures, mean every day is "Take Your Child to Work Day"… at home. READ MORE Irradiator Training Reminder 2020 August 21, 2020 Summer 2020 This is a reminder that all NIH irradiator users must complete their annual refresher training before the August 31, 2020 deadline. READ MORE Parcel Ground Delivery Service November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 The parcel ground service is available for delivery to any physical address (not P.O. Boxes) within the 48 contiguous United States, at a significant cost savings. READ MORE EndNote 20 Now Available from the NIH Library February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 EndNote is a reference management tool that can help you save time, stay organized, collaborate with colleagues, and ultimately, get published. READ MORE Update Your NED Information May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 NIH Staff must update their information. Take the following steps to update your NED information in the NED system. READ MORE NIH Childcare Centers Promote Children’s Health and Wellbeing August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 The teachers and staff at each of the childcare centers have been actively engaged in promoting the wellbeing — physical, mental, emotional and social – of the children enrolled at the centers. READ MORE Annual Training Inspires Employee Courage Renewal and Wellness November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 The past year and a half have been a time of great transition and uncertainty for all of us at the NIH, both personally and professionally. READ MORE NRC Inspection Completed NIH Awaiting Final Report November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 Radiation Safety staff and stakeholders attending the exit briefing were pleased to hear the inspectors share phrases like "excellent and strong safety culture" and "robust safety discussions" and "pro-active and preventative culture of safety". READ MORE Learn How the NIH Library Can Help You in this Quick Video November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 Did you know that the NIH Library has an extensive training program for NIH staff? Or, we provide remote access to bioinformatics and data science tools? READ MORE What is QPSO? Why is it so Important? February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 The NIH Quarantine Permit Service Office (QPSO) is your resource to help you navigate complex requirements for the import, transfer, or export of biological research materials. READ MORE Your Role in NIH Water Quality May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 Many of you have or are returning to the workplace and might have questions regarding the quality of the drinking water in NIH buildings. READ MORE Deaf NCI Fellow Wins Awards with Assist from NIH Interpreting Team August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 Megan Majocha is a PhD student in Tumor Biology in the NIH-Georgetown Partnership program, in Dr. Kent Hunter’s Laboratory of Cancer Biology and Genetics READ MORE Join the Wellness@NIH Facebook Group November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 Would you like to learn about everything wellness at NIH in an instant? Join the Wellness@NIH Facebook Group! READ MORE Business Source Premier Provides New Resources March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 Are you looking for articles on how to build a high-performing team? Do you need advice on bringing innovation into your projects, or making your hybrid work environment more productive? READ MORE 21st Annual DIS Immigration Conference for Administrative Staff June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 The Division of International Services (DIS) hosted the 21st Annual Immigration Conference for Administrative Staff on May 2nd and 3rd, 2023. READ MORE Managing Storage of Radiolabeled Compounds August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 Is your lab storing long-lived radioactive material? We understand researchers sometimes need to store radio-labeled cells or keep stock vials of long-lived radioactive material (think H-3 and C-14) for future use READ MORE Celebrating Building 10A's Long Term Camaraderie Amongst Peers December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 Bldg. 10A would like to recognize the following individuals for their long-standing dedication, all having started in 10A prior to the year 2000, and for their personal and professional commitment to help ensure the long-term vitality and success of our READ MORE Work-Life@NIH Spring Events & Updates March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 Be a part of a community to share ideas and gain new insight from your NIH colleagues. Space is limited. Be mindful to only sign up for sessions you can attend. READ MORE Nursing Mothers Program May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services is pleased to announce that the Nursing Mothers Program is now part of Child and Family Program services. We are happy to continue the great work of the Department of Health and Safety (DOHS). READ MORE THE RISK MANAGEMENT PROCESS: An Interagency Security Committee Standard December 13, 2024 Fall 2024 The Risk Management Process: An Interagency Security Committee Standard (RMP Standard) establishes a single, formalized process for specifying the standards and guidelines to follow when determining federal facility security requirements. READ MORE Minimizing Pests in the Workplace May 27, 2025 Spring 2025 The Office of Research Services (ORS) and the Office of Research Facilities (ORF) have received increased reports of mice and other pests within various buildings across NIH. READ MORE Office of Personnel Management “2016 Wellcheck” Results Are In May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 Thinkstock-Photo-Wellcheck-image-for-News-2-Use On Monday, April 4, 2016 the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released the 2016 Wellcheck results for all federal agency worksite wellness programs. The 2016 Wellcheck was completed by 361 worksites across 42 federal agencies. READ MORE History and Initial Formation of Physical Security and the Origin of Authority March 03, 2017 Winter 2017 Security-officer-viewing-monitors The Division of Physical Security Management (DPSM) was established to ensure that physical and engineering security initiatives at all NIH facilities work in concert to provide the most secure environment possible for the NIH community. You may wonder READ MORE Lunch and Learn Webinars October 27, 2016 Fall 2016 Did you know that the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) sponsors webinars that address work and family challenges? The DATS Child and Family Programs Team understands the demands on families in today’s society. READ MORE NIH Drug Take Back May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 pile-of-prescription-pill-bottles After a short hiatus, Federal Prescription Drug Take Back Day returned. NIH Drug Take Back Day occurred on Wednesday, April 27. NIH had three drop-off stations in Rockville, Bethesda and Baltimore and accumulated approximately 369 pounds of expired and READ MORE Fire Safety Tips for Using Microwave Ovens March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Photo-of-a-microwave-oven-on-white-background Microwave ovens are used every day, both at home and in the workplace. When used properly, the microwave is safe and convenient for heating a variety of foods in a short time. When you become complacent about microwave safety, however, your appliance can READ MORE Nominees Sought for NIH “Mission First, Safety Always” Safety Award November 30, 2015 Fall 2015 work-safety-cloud-in-the-shape-of-a-hard-hat The NIH “Mission First, Safety Always” Award, presented by the Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS), showcases personnel who have demonstrated leadership, innovation and involvement in their organization’s safety culture and promoted safety i READ MORE Back Safety August 31, 2015 Summer 2015 Back injuries and back pain are among the most common reasons people seek medical care in the United States and can be a leading cause of disability for people in their working years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 212,080 cases READ MORE How to Forward or Return Unwanted Mail August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 A stack of mail on a desk Labs and offices occasionally receive mail that isn’t tied directly to NIH activities or was intended for an employee who previously held a position and has since left NIH. An example of this “non-positional” mail is a personal cell phone bill. READ MORE Radiation Safety Offers Bioassay Services to NRC November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 Photo of Dr. Cathy Ribaudo (NIH), Andrew Cabot (NIH), Sandy Nesmith (NRC), Tiffany Webb (NIH), Paul Michalak (NRC) and Jeff Temp On July 12, 2017, representatives from the Division of Radiation Safety (DRS) met with officials from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to sign an interagency agreement for the provision of bioassay services. READ MORE DATS Operating Status February 09, 2018 Winter 2018 Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but… you still have to come to work under a two-hour delay. Find the answer here. READ MORE 2018 Community Market May 23, 2018 Spring 2018 A reminder that the weekly Tuesday NIH Community Market, and food truck service is available from ... READ MORE Celebrate National Yoga Month This September August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 DATS, in partnership with the R&W Fitness Center, will offer free yoga-related events in the month of September including sunrise yoga classes, a webinar related to lower back pain, a chair yoga videocast, and more. READ MORE Does Your Job Require a Personnel Dosimeter? November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 This important initiative will affect all radiation workers at the NIH's Bethesda campus, but it's useful information for all employees to know. Were you aware that over 600 individuals receive a personnel dosimeter READ MORE DIS Prepares to Host it's 17th Annual Immigration Conference February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 Woman presenting to visiting scientists and administrators Many annual events for Visiting Scientists and administrators are back in 2019. For administrators, DIS is preparing to host the 17th Annual Immigration Conference, April 23-24, 2019. READ MORE NRC Commissioner Visits the NIH May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulates radioactive material for the Federal Government. The NRC is led by five politically appointed Commissioners. READ MORE Second NIH Community Shred Event a Big Success August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 Back by popular demand, the second NIH community shred drive was held on June 20 in front of Building 1. READ MORE The Growth and Modernization of Radiation Safety at NIH November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 DRS has come a long way since the 1950s and the future holds more programmatic changes to come. In this article, we walk through the decades of challenges faced and see where radiation safety is now. READ MORE Bioinformatics Support Service at the NIH Library February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 The NIH Library offers bioinformatics support services for NIH staff and select HHS agencies. This free service features bioinformatics consulting and training, complemented by analysis tools and databases hosted on high-performance computing workstations READ MORE International Services Response to COVID-19 May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 Like our colleagues throughout NIH, the Division of International Services (DIS) took significant steps to respond to the changes in our work environment due to COVID-19. READ MORE Proper Return Addressing for Official Mail August 21, 2020 Summer 2020 With more NIH offices using computer-generated return address labels, it has become increasingly important to follow U.S. Postal Service regulations concerning official mail originating from NIH. READ MORE Mandatory Radiation Safety Annual Refresher Training Reminder November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 Make room for all “mandatory” Division of Radiation Safety (DRS) annual refresher training critical for regulatory compliance. You may be a worker in a mandatory annual refresher training category with the DRS. READ MORE Changes to Existing Immigration Regulations February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 Since January 2017, there have been hundreds of changes to existing immigration regulations along with dozens of Executive Orders. READ MORE The National Biosafety and Biocontainment Training Program Graduates Honored May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 The National Biosafety and Biocontainment Training Program (NBBTP) was proud to honor three alumni upon their successful completion of the program on March 30, 2021. READ MORE Research Better Faster and Smarter with Expert Help from NIH Librarians August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 All NIH Institutes/Centers have a designated librarian who can provide personalized research assistance. Find Your NIH Librarian and contact them directly today for help. READ MORE Federal Relay Transitions November 2021 November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 Effective November 15, 2021, the GSA FedRelay contract with Sprint expires, and the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) program will begin to fund five of the seven services. READ MORE Get UpToDate from NIH Library and Make Smarter Decisions February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 UpToDate is an evidence-based, physician-authored resource that quickly provides clinical answers at the point of care. The NIH Library provides access to UpToDate for all NIH staff. READ MORE Division of Occupational Health and Safety, Biorisk Management Branch Welcome New Staff May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 The DOHS, Biorisk Management Branch was happy to welcome two new staff members earlier this year. The branch is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance as it pertains to select agents and biological research conducted at the NIH. READ MORE Rockledge II Conference Facility Available for Use August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 Events Management Branch announces the conference facility at Rockledge II is available for use! The newly renovated conference facility boasts a welcoming reception area and up to 10 conference rooms equipped to provide all your event needs. READ MORE Internal Services Resumes In-Person Staff Training with Focus on Customer Service and the "New Normal" of Work November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Division of International Services (DIS) hosted its annual DIS Staff Training in person. READ MORE New Requirements for Packages to European Union (EU) Countries March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 Starting March 1, 2023, the European Union has new requirements for customs forms. If you wish to send a package to any of the countries that are in the EU or that are following their protocol READ MORE Radiation Safety Summer Student Policy June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 Welcome aboard to all of our 2023 summer students! Below are a few reminders about the NIH policy concerning minors and the use of radioactive material. See READ MORE New Portal Serves Foreign National Scientists August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 The Division of International Services (DIS) launched the DIS Customer Portal in December 2022! Since launching, DIS has added several new features to the DIS Customer Portal to streamline the case submission process for Administrative Staff and Foreign N READ MORE Metro Updates Their Lost & Found Policy December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 If you happen to misplace an item while traveling on the Metro, there's no need to fret! There's a chance that it may be recovered and returned to you. READ MORE Child and Family Programs Updates March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 Our team is committed to providing quality care and to share resources and services with the NIH community. For additional information, please visit our Child and Family Programs webpage or contact the Child and Family Programs Office at 301-827-3250, or READ MORE Metro Red Line Closures Through August 31. May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 The Metro closed portions of the Red Line on Saturday, June 1. These closures remain in effect until Saturday, August 31. Metro, along with the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Montgomery County Department of Transportation, and the District READ MORE Mobile IDs Are Not an Acceptable Form of ID for DPSAC Appointments December 13, 2024 Fall 2024 To make visits smoother, individuals preparing for their DPSAC enrollment appointment should review the Approved Identifications Document to know which Identification Documents (IDs) are acceptable for HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) badge en READ MORE Masur Auditorium Introduces New Hearing Loop System May 27, 2025 Spring 2025 The Masur Auditorium, a flagship venue at the NIH Clinical Center renowned for hosting scientific symposia, lectures, and conferences, has taken a major step toward greater accessibility with the installation of a state-of-the-art hearing loop system. READ MORE Reminder from the Division of Radiation Safety May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 Thinkstock-radiation-safety With summertime approaching and the advent of more students in the research labs, we want to remind everyone that all individuals who handle radioactive material or radiation-producing machines (including open-beam x-ray analytical equipment) READ MORE Radiation Safety Committee October 27, 2016 Fall 2016 Radiation-Safety-Committee-Logo The NIH Radiation Safety Committee (RSC) is an important committee that serves the NIH Intramural Research Program (IRP). The RSC is made up of 14 members representing each program area in which radioactive materials or radiation-producing machinery is READ MORE New NIH Laser Safety Manual Chapter 3036 May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 Laser-safety-sign-and-glasses Did you know that lasers produce monochromatic high intensity light beams? This energy source is frequently capable of causing significant eye damage, body burns and has the potential to cause electrical shock. READ MORE 14th Annual Immigration Conference March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Photo-of-a-speaker-at-a-the-podium-for-a-conference The Division of International Services (DIS) will host its 14th Annual Immigration Conference at the Natcher Conference Center (Building 45) on May 4-5, 2016. All NIH Institute/Center (IC) administrative staff involved in the NIH Visiting Program (VP) are READ MORE Personal Protective Equipment August 31, 2015 Summer 2015 A-lab-worker-dressed-in-personal-protective-equipment-testing-a-potentially-hazardous-material Anyone encountering hazardous substances, whether it is through the cleanup of spilled chemicals or everyday work that uses chemicals, must be protected against potential hazards. READ MORE How to Prevent Cooking Fires August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 Woman holding a pan on fire in the kitchen Every year in the United States, hundreds of individuals are killed and thousands are injured due to accidental kitchen fires. Additionally, the NIH Fire Department frequently responds to calls in the workplace related to the careless use of microwave READ MORE Protecting Personally Identifiable Information November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 A person accessing sensitive information on a laptop via the internet We all know that scientists at NIH often work with highly sensitive materials. There are many safety precautions in place to ensure that these scientists and their research are kept safe. READ MORE Fire Protection Sprinkler System at NIH - General Facts and Fiction February 20, 2018 Winter 2018 Did you know? The NIH Fire Marshal maintains over tens of thousands of sprinkler heads within the various facilities located on the Bethesda campus alone. READ MORE NIH’s New Child Care Center is Now Open (And Is Now Hiring) January 15, 2018 Winter 2018 In the culmination of a 17-year project, the NIH’s newest child care center on campus, the Northwest Child Care Center (NWCCC), Building 23, opened to NIH children and families in June 2017. READ MORE Home Fire Safety Alert Reminders May 23, 2018 Spring 2018 House fires in the United States continue to claim many lives each year. A significant number of these fires are caused by a ... READ MORE First Annual WorkLife@NIH Information Fair November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 Did you know the NIH is recognized as a leader among federal agencies in providing work-life resources and programs to all members of its workforce? READ MORE Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Are You Prepared February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 The Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) has collaborated with the NIH Clinical Center Nursing Department to offer Basic Life Safety and Lay Responder CPR/AED classes to NIH employees at no cost. READ MORE NIH Safety, Health & Wellness Day on June 26 May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 The NIH Safety, Health and Wellness Day will be held Wednesday, June 26, rain or shine, at the Clinical Center – South Complex, Building 10 from 10:30 am – 1:30 pm. READ MORE A New Spin on Equipment Sales and Services August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 New model centrifuges and microplate readers were on display June 27 in the Building 10 South Lobby. READ MORE DIS Updates NED Validation Procedures November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 NED badge validation requires DIS to establish the lawful authorized work until date and initial date of entry into the US for foreign nationals in the VP, both Non-FTE and FTE. READ MORE Protect Yourself from Cold Stress February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 Learn about the common types of cold stress and better protect yourself in harsh winter conditions. READ MORE Radiation Safety Ongoing Operations Through COVID-19 May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 The Division of Radiation Safety (DRS) has maintained daily services throughout the drawn-down of NIH research lab operations. READ MORE Online Resources Available for Foreign Scientists During COVID August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 The Division of International Services (DIS) has bolstered its online resources to better disseminate important information regarding the impact of immigration changes and COVID-19 on the NIH Visiting Program. READ MORE New Deputy Director and Other Updates From the Division of International Services November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 The Division of International Services (DIS) provides immigration-related assistance to NIH foreign national scientists. Multiple recent policy changes have significantly affected our NIH scientist community. READ MORE Fire Marshal Website Improvements February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 The Division of the Fire Marshal (DFM) has improved its services to customers by expanding and updating its web site. READ MORE Common Mailing Mistakes with State Abbreviations February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 Using the wrong state abbreviation can cause major delay in the delivery of your important correspondence, which can then result in missed deadlines and lost research opportunities. READ MORE DOHS Safety Operations and Support Branch Welcomes New Staff Members May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 The SOSB is dedicated to promoting safe science and a safe work environment through collaboration and innovation. READ MORE Fire Marshal Innovations August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 DFM made immediate changes as COVID-19 hit, including rotation of staff, creative scheduling, instituting some telework and authoring many public service articles (several with specific pandemic-related precautions). READ MORE Trash Talking Important Reasons Not to Leave Food in Wastebaskets and Other Integrated Pest Management Tips November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 The smell of food on items such as wrappings, yogurt containers, beverage cans and napkins, becomes even stronger over time and attracts pests including mice, ants, flies and cockroaches to the workspace. READ MORE Nothing is Cooler than a Safe Cold Room February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 A cold room is an environmental room designed to control temperature as low as 35°F. Cold rooms are mainly used for storage of biological/chemical materials and reagents but can also be used for general chemistry and biological experiments. READ MORE iThenticate Plagiarism Checking Service Available at the NIH Library! May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 iThenticate Ad for ORS N2U The NIH Library can help. The Library licenses iThenticate, a plagiarism detection software, to identify missed citations or paraphrased wording that is too similar to a published source. READ MORE Making Conference Facilities More Accessible August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 This year Events Management installed hearing loops in 16 rooms located Building 1 Wilson Hall, Building 35 (Porter) Conference Center, Building 49 and Rockledge Conference Facility. READ MORE USPS Rate Adjustments for the Holiday Season November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 As we go into the Fall and Winter holiday mailing season, you may notice that the USPS prices seem a bit higher than usual. This year, from October 3rd through December 31s READ MORE NIH Selects New Library Director Nancy Muir March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 The NIH Library is excited to introduce Nancy Muir as the new Library Director! In this role, Nancy will oversee the virtual and physical NIH Library. READ MORE Pedaling Towards a Greener Future NIH Staff Embrace Bike Commuting June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 Under the clear blue skies of a perfect morning, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) employees enthusiastically embraced Bike to Work Day on May 19, joining over 14,000 other bicyclists in the area. READ MORE Recognizing A Safety Culture August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 The National Institutes of Health, Office of Research Services (ORS), and the Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) congratulate the 2022 NIH ‘Mission First, Safety Always’ Award winner Ashley Shoemaker and runner-up nominee Barbara Liles READ MORE Wellness@NIH Updates & Events December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 The 30-Day Self-Care Challenge is designed to get ORS staff moving and motivated to create bites of healthy habits throughout your workdays and weeks leading into the holiday season. READ MORE Take Your Research to the Next Level with JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Videos March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 The NIH Library is pleased to offer a new video resource for NIH staff, the JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments. READ MORE NIH Library Receives MLA Research Advancement in Health Sciences Librarianship Award May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 Librarians are the guardians of knowledge, our faithful partners in research at every level. I admire our own NIH Library colleagues for their commitment to democratizing information, facilitating the cutting-edge research that takes place on our campus. READ MORE NIH Shuttle Next Bus Technology December 13, 2024 Fall 2024 The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has made significant strides in enhancing transportation services by partnering with Airport Metro Connections (AMC). READ MORE Highlighting Biosafety and Biosecurity December 13, 2024 Fall 2024 In 2014, the National Institutes of Health started the National Biosafety and Biosecurity Month to encourage institutions to reinforce their attention to biosafety and biosecurity practices, policies, and procedures. READ MORE “Spring Into Wellness” with ORS and OHR May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 Thinkstock-Photos-wellness-at-work Your success at work and home is dependent on several diverse and interrelated factors, from how well your finances are manage,d to a strong social network, to taking care of your physical and mental health. READ MORE Lab Equipment Acquisitions Through DSEIS May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 The Division of Scientific Equipment and Instrumentation Services (DSEIS) supports the NIH scientific community with its lab equipment acquisitions and maintenance needs through sales, rental, maintenance, repairs, calibration and custom fabrication READ MORE Car Free Day 2017 August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 On Friday, September 22, the NIH will celebrate Car Free Day with the Washington Metropolitan Council of Governments (WMCOG). Car Free Day is an international event that encourages people to get around without using their car, highlighting bicycling, mass READ MORE Fabricators Move from ORS to ORF November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 On October 1, 2017, the Mechanical Instrumentation Design and Fabrication Branch services moved from the Office of Research Services (ORS) to the Office of Research Facilities (ORF). The Division of Scientific Equipment and Instrumentation Services (DSEIS READ MORE Contacting the Mail Customer Service Branch (MCSB) February 07, 2018 Winter 2018 The DMMS continues to welcome all communications through our Mail Customer Service Branch (MCSB) and here are few ways to do it. READ MORE Important Update: New IC Responsibility for Payment of H1B Filing Fee February 22, 2018 Winter 2018 The Department of Labor (DOL) has revised certain employer attestation requirements in its Labor Condition Application for Nonimmigrant Workers (“LCA”). READ MORE USCIS Has Recently Released Two New Policy Memorandums August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 The impact and consequences of these changes are currently unknown. READ MORE International Services Annual Training November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 The Division of International Services (DIS) welcomed the fall season with its Annual Staff Training on October 30th and October 31st. The two-day event was a valuable opportunity for staff members to participate in holistic office training that covered a READ MORE NIH Nursing Mothers Program February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 The Nursing Mothers Program provides services for future and current nursing mothers that have concerns about breastfeeding. READ MORE NIH Big Read 2019 May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 The NIH Big Read 2019 aims to foster collaboration and community across NIH through discussing a book over several months, culminating in an author event held at NIH. READ MORE DIS Pilots Training Program for Administrators August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 The Division of International Services (DIS) is piloting a new initiative in August on the NIH main campus for administrators, who are new to DIS case processing and working with foreign nationals. READ MORE Food Safety Tips for Fall Outings November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 Following these four simple steps at home — Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill — can help protect you and your loved ones from food poisoning. READ MORE NIH Federal Credit Union Celebrates 80 Years February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 This year, the National Institutes of Health Federal Credit Union (NIHFCU) marks 80 years of continuous operation. READ MORE Food Safety and COVID-19 May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, currently there is no evidence of food or food packaging being associated with transmission of COVID-19. READ MORE Systematic Review Service at the NIH Library: Consultations, Classes, and Databases August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 The NIH Library’s Systematic Review Service can help you select the most appropriate review type, methodologies, and reporting guidelines in order to produce a quality review. READ MORE Keeping You Safe on NIH Shuttles November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 Like other institutions and organizations, the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) transportation programs. Due to the mandatory telework policy, off-campus shuttles have been suspended except for th READ MORE Need Help with Your Manuscript The NIH Library Can Help May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 The NIH Library offers classes, services, and resources to guide you through your entire writing, editing and publishing process. READ MORE Stay in the Know at NIH August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 Want to know what's happening with work-life and well-being at the NIH and ORS? – Follow us @NIHEmplSrvcs on Twitter for the latest about services READ MORE Holiday Decorating Guidance November 18, 2021 Fall 2021 The Division of the Fire Marshal wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable winter holiday season. To that end, we are disseminating the following information to help us all celebrate safely here at the NIH. Much of this is equally appropriate for your home. READ MORE Eurest’s Contactless Food Options on Campus February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 In the last issue, it was mentioned that SALLY the Salad Robot moved down to the 10B1 cafeteria. For those who want to build their own salads in a contactless world, SALLY is a great option. READ MORE Take a Hike Day May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 Save the Date: After a two-year hiatus, the 13th Annual Take a Hike Day will be held on June 16. The fun begins in front of Building 1, starting with a warm-up at 11:45 am and a walk, roll and run around the NIH perimeter beginning promptly at 12:00 pm. READ MORE We Are DATS, the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 Throughout the trials and tribulations of the COVID pandemic, DATS has been innovative in its approach to ensure that vital services continue to remain available where supported. READ MORE Transhare Benefit Increase for 2023 November 22, 2022 Fall 2022 The monthly Mass Transportation Benefit has been increased by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (code 26 CFR 601.602) from a maximum of $280 per month to $300 per month. READ MORE Real ID Updates March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 On December 5, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security announced an extension of the REAL ID full enforcement deadline to May 7, 2025. READ MORE Make Remote Work Work for You June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 Working from home? Explore the NIH Library’s collection of eBooks and audiobooks featuring remote work, virtual teams, and work-life balance. READ MORE Forwarding And Returning Mail At NIH August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 Whether moving between positions or moving between locations at NIH, providing a forwarding address to the Division of Mail Management Services (DMMS) and updating your NIH NED page are two important steps in ensuring the continuity of your mail. READ MORE It's Broad Scope License Inspection Time December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 The NIH Broad Scope license covers our approval to possess and use radioactive materials for benchtop, animal, and clinical research. The last time this license was inspected was October 2021; READ MORE Wellness@NIH Spring Updates and Events March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 Back by popular demand! Pre-registration will open soon for complimentary biometric screenings on Thurs., March 21 from 9:00a to 3:00p (No screenings 12- 12:45p) READ MORE Nominees for the 2023 NIH Mission First, Safety Always Award May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 Have you have been waiting to hear if your “Safety Superstar” was nominated for the 2023 NIH Mission First Safety Always Award (MFSAA)? The wait is over. READ MORE ORS Recognizes Staff “Making a Difference” at Town Hall May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 The ORS held their third annual “Celebrate ORS” Town Hall on May 9. Following this year’s theme, “Making a Difference,” the forum provided an opportunity to recognize staff for their exceptional contributions to the NIH over the past year. READ MORE Ten Things You Can Learn on the DATS LISTSERVs May 24, 2016 Spring 2016 Gold-10-on-black-background The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS) strives to provide the NIH community with a variety of worksite enrichment programs and transportation services. One way we accomplish this is through the NIH LISTSERV READ MORE Home Fire Safety Alert — Check Chimneys and Smoke Detectors November 16, 2017 Fall 2017 Since autumn is here and cold weather is once again upon us, now is an excellent time to conduct a home safety check of your heating equipment, fireplaces and smoke alarms. READ MORE Lost and Found - A Reminder February 20, 2018 Winter 2018 Lost your badge walking through campus? Dropped your keys in the cafeteria? Here is information on where you might be able to recover it. READ MORE Highlights from ORS Participation in the 2018 NIH Research Festival November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 Great turnout from ORS divisions READ MORE NIH Safetycast In A Minute: DOHS At A Glance February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 The Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) has released another "Safetycast In A Minute" video. This episode reminds personnel of the many programs provided by DOHS to ensure the highest practical degree of safety and health for employees. READ MORE Scheduling ASL Interpreters for Open Events May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 NIH provides interpreting and real-time captioning services to the deaf and hard of hearing community. Services are centrally funded and available to everyone upon request – including employees, contractors, patients and their families, and visitors. READ MORE DRS Receives Feedback from NRC Inspection August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 As NIH radiation workers may recall, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) inspected the Bethesda (and Poolesville and Rockville and NIAID/IRF and Baltimore campuses) over the course of five days in May. READ MORE New NIH Library Resources and Services to Help You with Your Research November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 The NIH Library offers tools to help you find full-text articles and plan your trainings in advance. The Library offers additional tools to help with your publication analyses, as well as, statistical aspects of your research project. READ MORE USPS Increases Prices Due to Operating Expenses February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 On January 26, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) prices increased to reflect an increase in USPS operating expenses. READ MORE Bioinformatics Workshop On Single Cell Sequencing May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 The NIH Library is pleased to present a bioinformatics workshop focused on the Single Cell Sequencing. This one-day workshop is available entirely online. READ MORE Refrigerate Food Quickly August 25, 2020 Summer 2020 Whether you’re bringing food home from the grocery store, getting groceries delivered, or storing leftovers or takeout, follow these additional steps to keep perishable food safe READ MORE Remote Access to Bioinformatics, Data Science, and Multimedia Applications at the NIH Library November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 Software is now available to teleworking staff include a range of bioinformatics and data science applications that run on the Library’s four high-performance workstations. READ MORE Radiation Safety Clarifies its Exempt Radioactive Material Policy February 22, 2021 Winter 2021 This new DRS policy will eliminate inconsistency with tracking exempt quantity radioactive materials as part of a laboratory's official inventory. READ MORE Helpful Mail Practices May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 The Division of Mail Management Services (DMMS) provides 8 helpful tips on mailing to help you save a lot of money. READ MORE Meet the Newest Member of Child and Family Program February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 Susan Borst is the newest Child and Family Program Specialist, with the Division of Transportation and Amenities Services (DATS). READ MORE The Child & Family Program Updates May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 Childcare Center Enrollment – Contractors seeking enrollment for their preschool children ages 36-59 months and have a Maryland worksite are now eligible to join the NIH Childcare Waitlist. READ MORE Television Operations Center: Making Connections August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 Bob Hamer is the recently hired Audiovisual Engineer for the Television Operations Center (TOC) in the Events Management Branch (EMB) of ORS. The Television Operation Center is the broadcasting nerve center that connects NIH meetings, lectures and events READ MORE New Visitor Parking Lot on Campus March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 A new visitor parking lot (Lot 18) is now available for NIH visitors and replaces visitor parking Lot 4A. READ MORE Understanding Badge Renewal June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 A current employee/individual who is completing a badge renewal must travel to an NIH Enrollment & Issuance Facility to pick up their new badge once the badge renewal is processed and approved by DPSAC. READ MORE Stay Connected With NIH Listservs August 31, 2023 Summer 2023 Listservs provide a virtual platform to share information about special events, webinars and resources. READ MORE Personnel Security Transitions to New System for Federal Background Investigations December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) issued Federal Investigations Notice (FIN) 23-02 which announced that the government-wide system currently used for requesting federal background investigations, the Electronic Questionnaires for READ MORE Importance of Following HSPD-12 Guidelines and Deactivating Unsuitable Ineligible Individuals March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 At the National Institute of Health (NIH), each Institute, Center and Office (ICO) have Administrative Officers (AOs) who undergo specific training to serve as authorized HSPD-12 Sponsors. AOs acts on behalf of the NIH ICO to request an individual to be i READ MORE International Services Digital Enhancements May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 The Division of International Services (DIS) has been working to enhance our digital services and platforms for the past four years. We have made outstanding progress on several long-term initiatives and are excited to share the updates with you: READ MORE Inaugural NIH Big Read Featuring Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee and Dr. Francis Collins Held on April 17 May 01, 2017 Spring 2017 On April 17, the NIH Library and the Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences (FAES) presented the concluding event of the inaugural NIH Big Read program. Held in Masur Auditorium on the NIH campus, this special presentation READ MORE Free Shuttle from Grosvenor Metro August 18, 2017 Summer 2017 Are you considering alternative transportation to and from the Rockledge/Rock Spring area? Do you need to visit the area for a meeting or other event from another off campus location? READ MORE Safety at a Glance! August 07, 2018 Summer 2018 The Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) provides a safe and healthy work environment for employees, patients and visitors. READ MORE DO’s and DON’Ts - Safe Needle and Other Sharps Disposal November 19, 2018 Fall 2018 DO’s and DON’Ts Safe Disposal of Needles and Other Sharps Used At Home, At Work, or While Traveling READ MORE Guard Against Oxygen Deficiency February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 Individuals using or maintaining the freezing equipment need to be aware that although nitrogen itself is non-toxic, it can reduce the oxygen concentration of atmospheric. READ MORE Work Life at NIH: A Supervisor's Guide to Enhancing Workforce Well-being February 25, 2019 Winter 2019 The Office of Research Services and Office of Human Resources have again partnered to present three sessions of the FREE training, Work/Life@NIH: A Supervisor’s Guide to Enhancing Workforce Well-being. READ MORE Spring into Wellness 2019 May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 Through the end of June, NIH staff are invited to improve their personal and professional well-being through the “Spring into Wellness” campaign, a partnership between the Office of Research Services (ORS) and the Office of Human Resources (OHR). READ MORE Do you Need Help Paying for Child Care? August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 On March 1, ORS raised the annual Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) cap from $75,000 to $80,000 for participation in the NIH Child Care Subsidy Program. READ MORE Initiative to Replace PIV Card Readers Makes Progress November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 DPSAC anticipates that by the end of January it will have completed replacing the last of more than 5,000 PIV Card readers across NIH campuses. READ MORE ORS-ORF Surpasses Its CFC Goal February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 ORS-ORF exceeded its goal of $47,000, raised more money than in previous years and reached its campaign goal for the first time! READ MORE NIH Reduces Badging Services to Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 Due to the evolving COVID-19 situation, DPSAC has implemented measures to help prevent the spread of disease. READ MORE Three New Fellows to Join the National Biosafety and Biocontainment Training November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 The National Biosafety and Biocontainment Training Program (NBBTP) has selected three new fellows to join the program in January 2021. This experiential program plays a critical role in providing a training opportunity to the future biosafety professional READ MORE Food Trucks to Return May 2021 May 19, 2021 Spring 2021 Beginning May 3, the NIH community will ha food trucks available to serve staff on the Bethesda Main Campus in the 10H parking lot. READ MORE Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Symposium 2021 August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 Registration is now open for the Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Symposium 2021. Presented by the NIH Library, the Symposium will be held on September 9, 9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. READ MORE International Services Provides Customer Focused Service February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 The Division of International Services (DIS) is undergoing what many employers nationwide are experiencing: employee separations and retirements. READ MORE Opting Out of Unwanted Advertising Mail May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 If you are getting frustrated with receiving large amounts of unwanted advertising mail, there are two available option to eliminate them at no cost to those placing requests. READ MORE The New DPSAC Kiosk Employment Questionnaire Module August 24, 2022 Summer 2022 The Division of Personnel Security and Access Control (DPSAC) is happy to share some new updates to the Kiosk that currently exists in the main office on the NIH Bethesda, MD main campus, located in Building 31, Room 1B03. READ MORE Marketplace 10B1 Returns for Breakfast with New Hours March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 Hungry? Looking for additional food offerings. The Marketplace 10B1 (Building 10/B1 Cafeteria) hot and cold breakfast bars will reopen along with new breakfast service READ MORE NIH Library Hosts International Fellows June 01, 2023 Spring 2023 On May 3, the NIH Library hosted 5 international health sciences librarians from around the world: Khutsafalo Kadimo, Botswana; Kubra Zayim Gedik, Turkey; Mercy Wamunyima Monde, Zambia; Anar Kairatovna Dautova, Kazakhstan; and Suyoung Cho, Korea,\. READ MORE ORS Welcomes New Lead Interpreter December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 Hello, I'm Akilah Z. Richardson, and I'm thrilled to be a part of the NIH team as the new NIH Lead Interpreter on the Access Interpreting Services contract providing support to the ORS Interpreting Program Manager/ COR in the Events Management Branch. READ MORE Parking Construction Updates March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 As observed by many employees, guests, and visitors on our campus, the availability of parking spaces has been affected by the ongoing construction projects. Specifically, two multi-level parking garages (MLPs), namely 10 and 7, are experiencing significa READ MORE Advance Your Career with FAES Academic Programs at NIH! May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 Are you looking for opportunities to advance your science and career at NIH? The Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences (FAES) Academic Programs at NIH offers many pathways to reach your professional goals whether you're looking to gain science READ MORE NIH Beams Into Future Laser Safety Standard May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 NIH’s Laser Safety Program to be used in the development of a template that will be included in the upcoming revision of an industry standard. READ MORE Beating the Heat August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 It is a typical summer in the Washington-D.C area with hot weather and high humidity, so be sure to listen to your local weather and news channels, use common sense and take a minute to review the following tips. READ MORE Community Policing November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 The philosophy of community-oriented policing is not simply on response, but also on prevention; resolving community problems, solving challenges, together as partners. READ MORE Systematic Review Service at the NIH Library February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 Are you looking for help with your systematic review? The NIH Library’s Systematic Review Service can help. READ MORE Tips for Barbecue Grills May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 With warmer spring and summer weather approaching, and many of us spending more time than usual cooking at home due to COVID-19 precautions. READ MORE Earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credits with NIH Library Resources November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 Did you know that you can earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits through resources provided by the NIH Library? NIH staff can earn credits by researching clinical topics and completing evaluations and quizzes. READ MORE Certified vs. Registered Mail: Understanding USPS Special Services August 24, 2021 Summer 2021 It is important to know which service to use if you need documentation for an important letter or parcel.The terms "registered" and "certified" are often used interchangeably. However, they are actually very different services. READ MORE Implementation of Suitability Reinvestigations for Tier 2 and Tier 4 February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 NIH’s DPSAC has been going through a process of submitting and adjudicating reinvestigations for the NIH population occupying public trust positions at the T2 and T4 levels. READ MORE Certain Public Trust Positions Require Reinvestigation May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 Certain Public Trust Positions Require Reinvestigation NIH's Division of Personnel Security and Access Control (DPSAC) has been going through a process of submitting and adjudicating reinvestigations for the NIH population occupying public trust positions at the Tier 2 (T2) and Tier 4 (T4) levels. READ MORE Food and Retail Program Welcomes Gregg Nelson March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 Gregg Nelson grew up in Montgomery County, MD and was a Reserve Officer Training Candidate while at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY READ MORE Navigate the Complexities of Publishing with Cabells Journalytics Medicine December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 Looking for guidance on where to submit your paper for publication? The NIH Library now has Cabells Journalytics Medicine, which can provide you with essential insights and the data needed to publish your research successfully. READ MORE NED and nVISTAS Data Integration March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 Division of International Services (DIS) is working with NIH Enterprise Directory Team (NED) and Center for Information Technology (CIT) to implement a new interface between DIS's internal system, NIH Visiting Scientists Tracking Automation System (nVIST READ MORE USPS Ground Advantage Service May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 The newest shipping service available from the US Post Office is the USPS Ground Advantage Service. This service is a domestic-only parcel service that provides pricing based on weight and delivery zone for 4 oz., 8 oz., 15.999 oz., then 1 – 70 lb. packa READ MORE Animal Behavior Team Supports the Welfare of Research Animals May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 DVR’s Animal Behavior and Welfare team is composed of a veterinarian specializing in animal welfare, five full-time behavior management technicians, and one part-time enrichment technician. READ MORE NIH Police Front Desk Relocating to Building 10 Until October May 16, 2019 Spring 2019 The NIH Police facilities in Building 31C is undergoing renovations through October 2019. During this period, the police front desk operations will temporarily relocate to the CRC North lobby of Building 10 at the reception desk. READ MORE Pipette Tune-up Service Assures Perfect Pipette Performance August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 The DSEIS Laboratory Equipment Maintenance and Repair Branch hosted a weeklong pipette calibration and repair clinic in July. READ MORE A Work-Life Resource Exists for Every NIH Employee November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 For supervisors, ORS and OHR subject matter experts will again lead three in-person workshops, "Work-Life@NIH: A Supervisor's Guide to Enhancing Workforce Well-being." READ MORE Medical Arts Online Ordering Feature February 20, 2020 Winter 2020 The Medical Arts online ordering feature has become a very popular and convenient resource for the NIH community. READ MORE Virtual Research Resources from the NIH Library May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 The NIH Library is here to help you—online—with your virtual information and research needs. READ MORE Revised Visitor Access Procedures for NIH Facilities November 23, 2020 Fall 2020 The following message was sent to all NIH staff in the DC area via the ORS Information Line on September 25. DPSAC News is re-printing a modified version of this notification to help ensure that NIH staff and visitors are aware of these new visitor access READ MORE Informed Delivery® by USPS February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 Informed Delivery® can be accessed via your home computer by browser or via your cellphone by downloading the USPS Mobile® app from Google Play or the Apple App Store. READ MORE Processing the Clinical and Graduate Medical Education Fellows May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 Do you have a Clinical or Graduate Medical Education (GME) Fellow looking to complete their fellowship at the National Institutes of Health (NIH)? READ MORE NRC External Exposure to Ionizing Radiation (Form 5) Updates Released March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 Anyone who is officially monitored for external exposure to ionizing radiation during the year receives an annual summary report (NRC Form 5) informing them of how much dose was measured and recorded on their official record READ MORE Mice Prevention Tips December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 As the temperature continue to drop and we tend to complete more tasks in the office (eating lunch, snacking, storing food), the chances of being visited from unwanted pests rises. Below are some tips to help you maneuver through the winter season while READ MORE The NIH Has Free Elder Coaching Services Available for All Employees March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 A recent study by AARP indicated there are 53 million adult caregivers in the US (Caregiving in the U.S. 2020 Executive Summary - AARP Research Report). These staggering statistics reinforce the need for workforce programs that support employees througho READ MORE Child and Family Programs Announcements & Services May 27, 2024 Spring 2024 Great news! You can use your Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ benefit to schedule time with an experienced tutor to help your 5-18-year-old stay on track with their homework and academics. READ MORE DRS Participates in FEMA Drill August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 Imagine if a hurricane blew through the area resulting in the pile-up of multiple vehicles affected by flooding, strong winds, or even a bridge collapse. READ MORE NIH Begins Deactivating Badges for Individuals Who Didn't Complete Background Investigations November 14, 2019 Fall 2019 DPSAC has begun deactivating the PIV badges of individuals who have not completed all or part of their required background investigation. READ MORE NIH Inter-Office Mail Proper Addressing May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 Inter-office mail may be sent from and to any one of NIH's Montgomery County facilities. READ MORE Keeping the Holiday Spirit During a Pandemic February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 NIH Clinical Center Parking Attendant Staff continue the holiday tradition of decorating their parking booths and the patient transportation golf carts during the pandemic in hopes of bringing smiles and good cheer to NIH patients, visitors, and staff. READ MORE WMATA Final Phase of the Platform Improvement Project May 25, 2022 Spring 2022 Metro's Platform Improvement Project is making platforms safer and more accessible for all customers. As part of this multi-year project, Metro identified platforms at 20 outdoor Metrorail stations to rehabilitate. READ MORE All About Renewing Digital Certificates on Your PIV Card March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 Have you received an email from HHSIdentity regarding renewing the digital certificates on your PIV card? READ MORE EndNote 21- Now Available from the NIH Library December 13, 2023 Fall 2023 Are you working on a paper or doing research? EndNote is a reference management tool that can help you save time, stay organized, collaborate with colleagues, and ultimately, get published READ MORE Responsibility to Submit Individual’s Position Designation and Tier Level Accurately in NED March 11, 2024 Winter 2024 As the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has stated, it is important to note that “proper position designation is the foundation of an effective and consistent suitability and personnel security program.” The type or level of investig READ MORE National Work and Family Month in October August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 Join us for National Work and Family Month in October. Save the date for the WorkLife@NIH Information Fair (in conjunction with the NIH Community Market) on Tuesday, October 22, in Building 10, South Lobby, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. READ MORE NIH Library Staff Gets Together to Share their Public Service Recognition Week Message May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 The NIH Library staff was excited to connect virtually in this fun project to get the message out about why they love Public Service. READ MORE Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Responds to COVID-19 February 17, 2022 Winter 2022 When the time comes to return to work, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is ready, and safety is their priority. WMATA has taken steps in response to COVID-19 and to ensure a safe commute. READ MORE DIS Launches the Customer Portal March 03, 2023 Winter 2023 The Division of International Services (DIS) is happy to announce the launch of the DIS Customer Portal! This launch occurre READ MORE The Building 45 Mailroom is Closed August 20, 2019 Summer 2019 After many years of service, the Division of Mail Management Services (DMMS) mailroom in Building 45 has closed. READ MORE ORS Honors Public Service Workers May 19, 2020 Spring 2020 ORS celebrated “Public Service Recognition Week,” held the first week of May. READ MORE |
