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People With Chronic Back Pain May Be More Sensitive to Unpleasant Sounds
May 26, 2026 - NCATS News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
Study finds people with chronic back pain may be more sensitive to unpleasant sounds, revealing sensory amplification that may be treatable.
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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
- Our Impact on Drug Discovery and Development
- 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 ArticleCouple Satisfaction Linked to Fewer Cognitive Issues With Chemo
April 29, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
NIH to Prioritize Human-Based Research Technologies
April 29, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- Tissue Chip for Drug Screening
NIH’s Initiative to Prioritize Human-Based Research a ‘Big Win for Animals,’ Says Doctors Group
April 29, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- Tissue Chip for Drug Screening
Researchers Identify Pathway Responsible for Calciphylaxis, a Rare and Serious Condition
April 23, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
Collaborative Drug Discovery Vault: Banking on Shared Data
April 22, 2025 - NCATS News
- Small Business (SBIR)
Today, scientists systematically test thousands of different molecules, from simple lab-made chemicals to complex substances found in nature. Their goal is to find those that can be used to treat diseases.
Using a Pea-Sized Node in the Bain to Potentially Treat Drug Addiction
April 22, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- Helping to End Addiction Long-term® Initiative (HEAL)