Scientific Review Office
The NLM Scientific Review Office reviews grant applications for research and training in biomedical informatics and data science. The Scientific Review Office conducts the initial evaluation of the scientific and technical merit of applications for funding through grants supported by NLM-specific programs. These programs include institutional training grants, individual grant applications, career development education projects, and resource grants to reduce health disparities.
Scientific Review Office – Staff listing
Zoe Huang, MD
Chief Scientific Review Officer
Supervises the work and staff of the NLM Scientific Review Office, which conducts the initial peer review of grant applications, cooperate agreements, and contact proposals assigned to NLM Extramural Programs. Serves as the Designated Federal Officer (DFO) for the NLM standing Committee "Biomedical Informatics, Library and Data Sciences Review Committee" (BILDS).
Phone: 301-594-4937
Email: Zoe.Huang@nih.gov
Ali Sharma, PhD
Scientific Review Officer
Performs and conducts the peer review of Special Emphasis Panels (SEPs) for NLM extramural grant applications.
Phone: 301-496-3114
Email: Ali.Sharma@nih.gov
Kaushiki Mazumdar, PhD
Scientific Review Administrator (Contractor)
Performs and coordinates peer review for NLM extramural grant applications.
Phone: 301-827-3424
Email: Kaushiki.Mazumdar@nih.gov
Ian Henderson
Review Program Specialist
Performs administrative and technical duties supporting the Scientific Review Office.
Phone: 301-594-2258
Email: Ian.Henderson@nih.gov