Research Activities
Our programs, projects and other research activities tackle ongoing challenges in translational research so that new treatments and other health solutions can reach people faster.
Research Activities at NCATS
Through our research activities, we overcome roadblocks that slow progress on developing treatments for many different diseases and that can lead to inequities in clinical outcomes. Explore the range of initiatives we support at NCATS and beyond.
Preclinical Chemical Biology Laboratory
Our scientists and collaborators bridge chemistry and the biology underlying disease to develop new ways to discover and create chemical probes and potential drug candidates.
RARe-SOURCE™
RARe-SOURCE™ aims to collect and combine several data sources to build an integrated bioinformatics resource. This will address the challenges in rare disease research.
Stem Cell Translation Laboratory (SCTL)
Our experts develop methods and standards to use stem cell technology (using cells derived from skin or blood) to advance treatment approaches.
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Toxicology in the 21st Century (Tox21)
Our experts are part of this federal collaboration that aims to rapidly test whether substances are harmful to people.
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