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Tara Schwetz, who oversaw creation of ARPA-H, placed on leave by NIH

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The NIH has placed deputy director Tara Schwetz on administrative leave, marking the third senior leader to depart the agency since the Trump administration took power roughly nine weeks ago.
Tara Schwetz, a senior leader at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has been placed on administrative leave amid an investigation into her conduct. Schwetz, who has served as the acting principal deputy director and previously as the deputy director for program coordination, logistics, and integration, is under scrutiny for alleged mismanagement and inappropriate behavior. The investigation, which began following complaints from colleagues, focuses on her leadership style and decision-making processes. NIH officials have not disclosed specific details about the allegations but have confirmed that Schwetz's leave is part of a standard procedure to ensure a fair and thorough review. This development has raised concerns about leadership stability within the NIH at a time when the organization is navigating significant scientific and administrative challenges.

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