The NIH has awarded three contracts for pilot projects to improve informatics support for researchers conducting small- to medium-sized clinical studies. The projects will enhance collaboration and data sharing across institutions, enabling faster translation of basic research into treatments.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded nearly $17 million to fund 16 Science Education Partnership Awards (SEPAs), which will support hands-on science education activities for tens of thousands of students and the public. The SEPA program aims to improve public understanding of NIH-funded medical research and encourage you...
The NIH has awarded $55 million to five new Institutional Development Awards (IDeA) centers across the US. These centers focus on reproductive biology, obesity and cardiovascular disease, nanomedicine, and schizophrenia research, aiming to strengthen institutional biomedical capabilities and increase competitiveness.
The NIH is funding two new Biomedical Technology Research Centers to develop innovative imaging techniques for diagnosing and treating neurodegenerative diseases. The centers will also create cutting-edge software for identifying and analyzing sets of interacting proteins that are important in various diseases, including cancer.
The NIH is providing $33.3 million for 20 High-End Instrumentation grants, supporting the purchase of advanced research equipment costing over $750,000. These grants aim to enable new discoveries and treatments in disease areas such as heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's.
The NIH has expanded its Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) consortium, investing $533 million over five years in 14 new academic health centers. The initiative aims to reduce the time between laboratory discoveries and treatments for patients, while training the next generation of researchers.
Researchers have created a genetically altered monkey model that replicates symptoms of Huntington's disease, allowing for a deeper understanding of the disease mechanisms. This breakthrough could lead to major advances in developing new treatments for neurological diseases.
The NIH has provided over $9 million to fund 10 Science Education Partnership Awards (SEPA) to stimulate curiosity and encourage scientific investigation through hands-on activities. The program aims to improve public understanding of NIH-funded medical research and encourage young people in science careers.
The NIH has awarded $33 million to three states to support multidisciplinary centers focused on diabetes, cartilage health, and cell development. The awards aim to strengthen institutional biomedical research capability and enhance research infrastructure in historically underfunded states.
The NIH is expanding its national clinical and translational research consortium, adding 12 new academic health centers to the existing network. This expansion aims to facilitate collaboration and accelerate the translation of research into real-world treatments.
The NCRR has launched a Translational Research Network to facilitate multi-site clinical and translational research among minority institutions. The network will enable researchers to pool resources and expertise, increasing the productivity and impact of individual centers.
The NIH has awarded nearly $21 million to fund high-end instrumentation grants, enabling advanced biomedical research and treatments. The grants support the purchase of sophisticated instruments costing over $750,000 at institutions nationwide.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded nearly $11.5 million to fund Science Education Partnership Awards (SEPA) across the US. These projects aim to promote health literacy and encourage students to pursue careers in the health sciences through hands-on, inquiry-based activities.
The NIH has launched a national consortium to transform clinical research, enabling the development of new treatments more efficiently and quickly. The initiative aims to improve medical care by applying scientific advances to real-world practice, particularly in underserved populations.
The National Institutes of Health has awarded $117 million to establish and continue 11 multidisciplinary centers focused on biomedical research excellence, enhancing the competitiveness of investigators in historically underfunded states.
The NIH is providing funding for cutting-edge research equipment to advance biomedical research and increase knowledge of the underlying causes of human disease. High-end instruments supported include supercomputers, nuclear mass resonance spectrometers, magnetic resonance imaging systems, and cryo-electron microscopes.
The NIH has awarded over $8.5 million to seven science education programs aimed at engaging the public in medical research and reducing health disparities. The programs target minorities and students in rural and underserved communities, providing hands-on science curricula and training for teachers.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has launched a $71 million effort to investigate rare diseases affecting fewer than 200,000 persons in the US. The Clinical Research Consortium Network (RDCRN) aims to develop personalized treatments and prevent complications through genetic research.
The NIH is supporting a collaborative neuroimaging research network that brings together researchers at 14 institutions to develop and test interdisciplinary techniques for integrating fMRI efforts. The project aims to improve calibration of imaging equipment, develop robust protocols for cognitive assessment, and analyze resulting data.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded $13 million to support science education projects across the US. These initiatives aim to enhance Americans' knowledge of clinical research and life sciences, promoting a better understanding of scientific discoveries and delivering important health information to various audiences.
The NIH is funding two new biomedical technology resource centers to develop innovative image-guided therapy technologies and advance glycomics research. The centers will provide critical resources for scientists and clinicians, including image processing tools, dynamic MRI methods, and novel therapy techniques.
The NIH has awarded nearly $30 million to support research facility improvements, including new labs and animal housing at several institutions. The funding will enable enhanced research capabilities for studies on major illnesses like AIDS, cancer, and Alzheimer's disease.
The NIH will provide nearly $10 million in funding for nine Science Education Partnership Awards, supporting programs that increase science literacy among K-12 students and teachers from underserved populations. These awards aim to make science more accessible and encourage young people to pursue careers in science.
The NIH Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSAs) program aims to energize clinical and translational science at academic health centers nationwide. The program will foster collaborative approaches, encourage creative research methods, and lead to better patient outcomes through new prevention strategies and treatments.
The NIH is funding eleven High-End Instrumentation grants, worth nearly $18 million, to support the purchase of new state-of-the-art equipment. These instruments will enable researchers to accelerate their studies into the underlying mechanisms of disease.
The NIH is providing $32.8 million to enhance its Biomedical Informatics Research Network (BIRN), a consortium of universities and research groups focused on utilizing information technology innovations to advance biomedical science. BIRN aims to create an environment encouraging collaborative research, facilitating sharing, analysis, ...
The GFS program enables matching mass spectrometry data to raw genome sequences, identifying novel proteins in bacteria and model organisms. This grant upgrades the program to benefit the global proteomics community by providing a free, widely-used resource.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded over $8 million to seven science education partnership awards to improve science literacy among minority students. The programs focus on elementary education initiatives, Web-based games, and museum exhibitions to reduce obesity and diabetes, as well as promote biomedical careers.
The new center will provide tools for SNP selection, discovery, and analysis, enabling researchers to identify genetic markers associated with diseases. The center aims to make this capability accessible to many biomedical researchers, leading to a better understanding of human genetic variation and its association with disease.
The National Institutes of Health has awarded a grant to the University of Wisconsin Comprehensive Cancer Center/Interdisciplinary Research Complex. The grant will provide state-of-the-art laboratories and enhance opportunities for interdisciplinary research teams.
The NIH has established a network of clinical research centers focused on rare diseases, aiming to accelerate diagnosis and treatment. The RDCRCs will facilitate data sharing and collaboration among investigators and patient support groups to improve lives and potentially prevent or eliminate these diseases.
The NIH has awarded grants to institutions in the US and Puerto Rico to address health disparities affecting minority populations. The grants aim to develop sustainable, effective, and culturally appropriate prevention and intervention strategies for diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS.
The grant will enable the university to renovate historic facilities, consolidate research programs, and promote interdisciplinary collaboration. The center aims to address health disparities and provide guidance on bioethics research practices.
The Tulane center will prepare and distribute a continuous supply of marrow stromal cells (MSCs) using standardized protocols, addressing the need for standard MSC preparations. The center's availability will allow scientists to better understand the capabilities of these cells for potential therapeutic uses.
The NIH has awarded a ten-year, $19 million contract to Chimp Haven to establish a chimpanzee sanctuary. The sanctuary will provide humane care for retired research chimpanzees and operate under standards established jointly by the NCRR advisory panel and the Chimp Haven Board of Directors.
The new NE-CAT resource will provide urgently needed access to synchrotron radiation for probing biomolecular structures. This will lead to a deeper understanding of how proteins function and interact, ultimately informing the design of new therapeutics for human disease.
The Rat Resource Research Center (RRRC) will provide a centralized facility for information on available rat strains and a source of animals themselves. This will significantly increase the capacity for researchers to study specific human diseases using rat models, such as cardiovascular and pulmonary disease.
The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) has established a network to provide clinical researchers with access to human gene vectors and toxicology studies. Seven NIH components will participate in the network, which aims to eliminate barriers to gene transfer research.
The establishment of these centers brings together unique research expertise to perfect islet cell isolation and availability techniques. The centers aim to improve cellular viability, function, and shipping procedures for patients with type 1 diabetes.
The National Institutes of Health has awarded $45 million to establish Biomedical Research Infrastructure Networks (BRINs) in 23 under-funded states and Puerto Rico. These grants will enable institutions to develop areas of potential research, improve laboratory equipment, and recruit new faculty members.