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NIH Policy Change Puts Gender-Specific Brain Research at Risk

3/9/2025

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Recent changes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) threaten vital research on sex differences in brain function. By archiving the policy that mandated consideration of sex as a biological variable, experts fear progress in understanding neurological conditions may stall, ultimately hindering treatment advancements for both men and women. The stakes are high for equitable healthcare.

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Recent changes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) threaten vital research on sex differences in brain function. By archiving the policy that mandated consideration of sex as a biological variable, experts fear progress in understanding neurological conditions may stall, ultimately hindering treatment advancements for both men and women. The stakes are high for equitable healthcare.