Acting Commissioner Giroir Emphasizes 'Transitional' Period, Suggesting Time At US FDA Will Be Short
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Giroir's memo to FDA staff also says intends to coordinate with prior acting commissioner Norman Sharpless to ensure current activities continue.
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