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.
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NCATS Report Highlights Decentralized Clinical Trials’ Challenges, Opportunities
June 10, 2024 - NCATS News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
A new report offers an approach to strengthen and expand decentralized clinical trials, potentially reaching more participants and delivering real-world research findings sooner.
Read ArticleNew Predictors of Metastasis in Patients With Early-Stage Pancreatic Cancer
June 28, 2024 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
Study: Researchers Use Big Data to Establish Long COVID Subtypes Based on More Than 250,000 VA Patients
June 24, 2024 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Researchers Find Some Patients With Aicardi Goutières Syndrome Have Normal IQ
June 24, 2024 - Grantee/Partner News
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
Advancing Translational Science
Our Impact
Learn how our work speeds research and improves health. Key areas include big data, clinical trials and rare diseases.
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
Whether you're a researcher, an aspiring translational scientist or an interested member of the community, find information and materials important to you.
For Researchers
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For Trainees
Learn about the resources and support available to help you grow as a translational scientist.
For Patients and Advocates
Learn about the patient-focused research and resources available through NCATS and NIH.
Director's Corner
Joni L. Rutter, Ph.D.
Clinical Trials, Today and Tomorrow
June 18, 2024
NCATS Director Joni Rutter describes how the CTSA Program is addressing big barriers to clinical trials.
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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Provide Feedback on the Draft NCATS Strategic Plan
We invite you to review the draft NCATS strategic plan and email feedback by June 14.