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How Repurposing a Drug May Help Treat More Rare Gastrointestinal Diseases
June 29, 2026 - NCATS News
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
RDCRN researchers found that dupilumab — a drug used for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease — shows promise in treating eosinophilic gastritis.
Read ArticleWomen’s History Month
March 12, 2026 - Grantee/Partner News
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
Protein in the Blood Can Help Predict ALS Survival and Decline, Play Role in Developing Treatments
May 13, 2025 - NCATS News
- Our Impact on Clinical Trials
- Our Impact on Rare Diseases
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
Researchers showed how the level of a protein found in the blood might be used in developing new drugs to treat ALS.
A Combination of Tests Shows Learning Capabilities of Nonverbal Children with Rare Brain Disorder
February 25, 2025 - NCATS News
- Our Impact on Rare Diseases
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
NCATS-funded scientists found that a pair of tests can measure nonverbal learning skills and show the cognitive abilities of children with Aicardi-Goutières syndrome. The tests could improve the support and therapy doctors provide.
Study Finds Genetic Variant Among People Who Experience a Rare Recovery From ALS
July 30, 2024 - Grantee/Partner News
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
Bridging the Gap: Why Translational Research Is Key to Unlocking Cell & Gene Therapy Innovation
July 22, 2024 - Grantee/Partner News
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
New Research Shows Female OTC Carriers (Heterozygous Females) Face More Symptoms, Risks Than Expected
June 28, 2024 - Grantee/Partner News
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
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)