National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences

The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) is a scientific organization based in Rockville, Maryland. As part of the National Institutes of Health, NCATS employs 350 people and generates $100 million in annual revenue. NCATS focuses on improving health by advancing the science of translation, which is the process of moving scientific discoveries from the laboratory into effective treatments for patients. The Center conducts and supports research on this process, aiming to accelerate the development and delivery of new therapies. NCATS works in partnership with both the public and private sectors to achieve its goals. The Center's research efforts span a wide range of diseases and conditions, with a particular emphasis on identifying and addressing common bottlenecks in the translational research pipeline. For more information about NCATS and its work, please visit ncats.nih.gov.