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National Research Programs
Resources
This site provides information about research conducted by EPA's Office of Research and Development (ORD) through its National Research Programs.
The research programs coordinate research planning to address EPA's science needs to protect the environment and public health.
The national research programs provide the science to support EPA's goals as outlined in EPA's strategic plan and ORD's strategic plan.
Research is conducted in the following program areas:
