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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.
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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.
Read ArticleTool May Identify More Patients Who Could Benefit From Parathyroid Surgery
March 19, 2026 - Grantee/Partner News
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Digital Health Symposium Explores Real-Life Application of New Technologies
March 18, 2026 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
NIH Invests $150 Million in Human-Based Research to Reduce Use of Animal Models
March 18, 2026 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
- Tissue Chip for Drug Screening
Inappropriate Antibiotic Use for COVID-19 Is Linked to Resistance
March 16, 2026 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
AI Expert and Leading Toxicologist Thomas Hartung Praises Launch of Agentic AI Platform as a “Transformative Moment” for Chemical Safety Science
March 14, 2026 - Media Coverage
- Toxicology in the 21st Century (Tox21)
Study Maps Cell Types Involved in Head & Neck Tumors Showing How Cell Mixtures, Interactions are Linked to Tumor Behavior
March 12, 2026 - Grantee/Partner News
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program