Leroy M. Nyberg, MD, PhD, Urology Director, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), National Institutes of Health (NIH) is retiring.  As the ICA's liaison to the NIDDK, for the past 20 years, Dr. Nyberg helped us better understand the inner workings of NIH and kept us apprised about NIDDK research priorities.  We are grateful for his generous support and assistance.

NIDDK is in process of recruiting.  Please help us get the word out about this open position.  A NIDDK Urology Director with a keen understanding of IC is essential to ensure IC remains a priority on the NIDDK research agenda.  Check out the position description for the Senior Scientific Advisor for Clinical & Translational Research in Urologic Diseases, along with application directions.

We are pleased to report that Chris Mullins, PhD, Director, Basic Cell Biology Program, including the MAPP initiative, will replace Dr. Nyberg as the official liaison between the NIDDK and ICA.