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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 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. 

Brain Organoids Help Reveal Antiviral Drug’s Promise in Parkinson’s Disease

September 4, 2024 - NCATS News

NCATS scientists used organoids to test the antiviral tilorone as a potential treatment for Parkinson’s disease.

NCATS-Developed Ketamine Alternative Didn’t Cause Dissociation

September 3, 2024 - NCATS News

  • Chemistry Technology
  • Our Impact on Drug Discovery and Development

NCATS scientists helped develop a version of ketamine that lacked sedative or dissociative effects in a phase 1 clinical trial.


Advancing Translational Science

Our Impact

Learn how our work speeds research and improves health. Key areas include big data, clinical trials and rare diseases.

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Director's Corner

Joni L. Rutter, Ph.D.

Director's Message

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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Join Our Public Roundtable on Sept. 30

We invite you to join the NCATS Director for a discussion on translating NCATS’ strategic goals into action.

Last updated on September 10, 2024