I will close by stating that if the NIH accepted the NSF in a closer partnership role 
with respect to implementing RAC recommendations, I feel confident that role 
would be supportive of NIH leadership. I look forward to discussing more fully with 
you the NSF position on the proposed revised guidelines before the final revisions 
are determined. With best personal wishes. 
Sincerely yours, 
Herman W. Lewis 
Senior Scientist for 
Recombinant DNA 
[A-431] 
