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Brain Regions React to Processed Diets in Unique Ways
May 21, 2026 - NCATS News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
Researchers found that older rats that ate low-fiber, highly processed diets experienced brain inflammation and memory problems.
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FDA Clears IND for Gene Therapy Candidate to Treat Rare Metabolic Disorder
May 21, 2026 - NCATS News
- Our Impact on Clinical Trials
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- Our Impact on Rare Diseases
MMA-101, an NIH-supported gene therapy for a rare metabolic disorder, has received FDA clearance to begin clinical testing.
Read ArticleA New Algorithm Helps Track Calories Burned for People With Obesity
December 1, 2025 - NCATS News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
Researchers supported by NIH created a free, open-source smartwatch algorithm that more accurately tracks calories burned by people with obesity.
Long-Term HIV Control: Could This Combination Therapy Be the Key?
December 1, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
Presurgical Vaccine May Prevent Orthopedic Device Infections
December 1, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
A Rare Respiratory Disease May Be More Prevalent in Quebec
November 27, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
Nerve Damage Is Very Common and Often Underdiagnosed
November 26, 2025 - Media Coverage
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
Congressional Staff See NIH Innovation in Action
November 21, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- New Therapeutic Uses (NTU)
- Our Impact on Rare Diseases
- Translational Science