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B. <strong>Background</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Significance</strong>Briefly sketch the background leading to the presentapplication, critically evaluate existing knowledge, <strong>and</strong>specifically identify the gaps that the project is intendedto fill. State concisely the importance <strong>and</strong> healthrelevance of the research described in this applicationby relating the specific aims to the broad, long-termobjectives. If the aims of the application are achieved,state how scientific knowledge or clinical practice will beadvanced. Describe the effect of these studies on theconcepts, methods, technologies, treatments, servicesor preventative interventions that drive this field. Two tothree pages are recommended.PHS398

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