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A Combination of Tests Shows Learning Capabilities of Nonverbal Children with Rare Brain Disorder
February 25, 2025 - NCATS News
- Our Impact on Rare Diseases
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
NCATS-funded scientists found that a pair of tests can measure nonverbal learning skills and show the cognitive abilities of children with Aicardi-Goutières syndrome. The tests could improve the support and therapy doctors provide.
Read ArticleAI Tool Helps Find Life-Saving Medicine for Rare Disease
February 5, 2025 - Grantee/Partner News
- Biomedical Data Translator (Translator)
- Our Impact on Rare Diseases
NCATS-Funded Rare Disease Researchers Provide Key Data, Help Build New Kidney Atlas
February 29, 2024 - NCATS News
- Our Impact on Rare Diseases
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
NEPTUNE’s research has helped us learn more about the biology of both rare and common kidney diseases. It has also led to better ways to diagnose and treat these conditions.
Communicating About Rare Diseases
February 28, 2024 - NCATS News
- Our Impact on Rare Diseases
NCATS Director Joni Rutter penned a guest post for NIH’s Science, Health, and Public Trust blog on why communicating about rare diseases research is important and what to consider when sharing info
Breaking Down Prednisone Too Quickly May Short-Circuit Its Benefit for Rare Neuromuscular Disorder
February 15, 2024 - NCATS News
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
Chemicals produced when the body breaks down the drug prednisone could indicate which patients with a rare muscle disorder were helped by the drug.
Global Patient Registries Can Advance Opportunities for Rare Disease Research
December 14, 2023 - Media Coverage
- Rare Diseases Registry Program (RaDaR)
Rare Syndrome After COVID Vaccines Described
December 1, 2023 - Media Coverage
- Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program
Newborn Screening for Rare Immune Disorders Led to Earlier Treatment, Improved Survival
November 20, 2023 - NCATS News
- Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN)
An NCATS-led Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network consortium changed what is known about severe combined immunodeficiency.