2 Of course, our previous statements regarding reviewers’ independence access to data remain val~d. and In summary, we are pleased to agree to your request that ERI be selected in place of Dr. Fabrlkant as the “independent scientist” to review the radiological survey of Biklnl Atoll, and we wI1l be pleased to enter ~nto discussion regarding the matter with you. Sincerely,. Zig----%+=--+’ Bruce U. Uachholz OffIce of Health and Environmental Research “ — -30- “