To help treat cancer of the breast, kidney, or uterus. Progestins help change the cancer cell's ability to react to other hormones and proteins that cause tumor growth. In this way, progestins can stop the growth of a tumor. To test the body's production of certain hormones such as estrogen.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) was created by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 and is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). NIOSH is the only Federal agency tasked with conducting research to prevent worker injury and illness.
Division of Research and Innovation Partnerships. Northern Illinois University. Division of Research and Innovation Partnerships. Sponsored Programs Administration. Our mission is to provide exceptional support to NIU faculty, students, and staff in securing and managing sponsored funding for research, instruction, service, and artistry activities. We strive to provide comprehensive services and support from funding development to project closeout.