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Office of Research Services

Serving the NIH Community

Our Services

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The ​​​​​​​​Division of Radiation S​​afety​​ provides radiation safety services to the NIH community, including laboratory researchers, radiation workers, Clinical Center employees, and general NIH staff. ​
Researchers & Radiation Workers
Researchers & Radiation Workers

​​DRS services help researchers and radiation workers to safely and effectively conduct research in accordance with applicable regulations, procedures, and best industry practices.


Clinical Center Employees
Clinical Center Employees

​DRS offers support for Clinical Center employees who may interact with radioactive materials and ionizing radiation-emitting devices during the diagnosis and treatment of patients. ​ 


General NIH Staff
General NIH Staff

​​DRS guides employees who may encounter radioactive materials and ionizing radiation-emitting devices​ while performing ancillary duties ​such as animal care, public safety, and housekeeping, in a variety of roles and responsibilities at the NIH.