Statement By Kathleen Sebelius, Regarding The Selection Of Dr. Francis Collins As A National Medal Of Science Recipient

I applaud President Obama's selection of our National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Dr. Francis Collins as one of this year's recipients of the National Medal of Science. As Director of the NIH, Dr. Collins is continuing the work that has defined his career: pushing the boundaries of science and finding new ways to translate these discoveries into real improvements in people's lives.