More Treatments for All People More Quickly
We conduct research and support activities that address long-standing challenges in translational research so that new treatments and other health solutions reach people faster.
Latest News
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New FDA Designations May Jumpstart Gene Therapy Development
October 18, 2024 - NCATS News
- Bespoke Gene Therapy Consortium (BGTC)
- Platform Vector Gene Therapy (PaVe-GT)
New FDA designations granted to NCATS for rare disease therapies provide financial incentives for companies to further develop treatments.
Read ArticleNew Drug Screening Funnel Could Speed New Therapies for Gaucher Disease, Parkinson’s
October 11, 2024 - NCATS News
- Assay Development and Screening Technology (ADST)
- Our Impact on Drug Discovery and Development
- Our Impact on Rare Diseases
A three-step drug-testing process created by NIH scientists and their partners could find new therapies faster for Gaucher disease and Parkinson’s disease.
NCATS N3C Study Shows Health Factors Before COVID-19 Infection May Predict Long COVID Risk
September 10, 2024 - NCATS News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
- Our Impact on Big Data
NCATS researchers found the strongest predictor of getting long COVID may be the use of health care services before a COVID-19 infection.
Early Puberty may be Linked to a Common Chemical Used in Personal Care Products
September 10, 2024 - NCATS News
- Toxicology in the 21st Century (Tox21)
The age when girls hit puberty has been falling at an alarming rate for decades, and scientists have struggled to explain why.
Featured Events
NCATS Women in Science Leadership Panel with Astronaut Kate Rubins
November 20, 2024 - Webinar
Time: 9–11 a.m. EST
Join us on Nov. 20, 2024, for an NCATS Women in Science panel discussion featuring an all-woman panel of NIH institute directors and special guest NASA Astronaut Kathleen “Kate” Rubins, Ph.D., M.S. The dynamic discussion will highlight the journeys of accomplished women in science, explore their experiences, and offer valuable insights to inspire the next generation of women pursuing careers in STEM. NCATS Director Dr. Joni Rutter will also sit down with Rubins for a fireside chat to talk about her experiences in space and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from trailblazing leaders about the challenges and rewards of a career in science, and how they’re shaping the future for women in research and innovation.
Advancing Translational Science
Our Impact
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Research Activities
Explore our research labs, projects and collaborations that are advancing translational science. Our largest program is the Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program.
Training & Education
Enhance your knowledge of translational science through programs, activities and resources offered by NCATS and our partner institutions.
Resources for You
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For Researchers
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For Trainees
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For Patients and Advocates
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Director's Corner
Joni L. Rutter, Ph.D.
A Community Plan for Advancing Translational Science to Address Unmet Public Health Needs
September 10, 2024
NCATS Director Joni Rutter announces the release of the NCATS Strategic Plan for 2025–2030.
About the NCATS Director
Joni L. Rutter, Ph.D., is the director of NCATS at NIH. Rutter oversees the planning and execution of NCATS complex, multifaceted programs.
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