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Published online 4 November 2009 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news.2009.1056

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Science at the Smithsonian

The institution's new science chief talks about how to increase its reach, breadth and visibility.

Lizzie Buchen

In January, Eva Pell will become undersecretary for science at the Smithsonian Institution, where she will oversee the National Museum of Natural History, the National Air and Space Museum, the National Zoo and a number of smaller research institutes. She comes as the venerable institution revamps itself, with new leadership and a new strategic plan.

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