Core Technologies

Using state-of-the-art resources to enable the ongoing operation of all NCATS translational research activities.

3-D Tissue Bioprinting: An Emerging Path to Better Drug Development

Using 3-D bioprinting techniques, NCATS scientists are developing 3-D tissue models that more closely mimic tissues in the human body.

NCATS Develops New Technique to Look Inside 3-D Cells

NCATS intramural experts publish research that outlines a simple, fast and automated process to make 3-D tissues transparent that could improve drug testing.

Finding What’s Common Among Diseases, Seeing the Bigger Picture

NCATS scientists are identifying common characteristics among diseases and applying this knowledge to understand multiple human diseases and conditions.

Automation

Supporting the maintenance and operation of laboratory instrumentation and processes.

Compound Management

Providing compound library plating services for high-throughput screening at NCATS.

Analytical Chemistry

Carrying out small molecule analysis and purification for therapeutic development.

Informatics

Developing algorithms and software to disseminate research results.

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NCATS pre-clinical programs and resources focus on key obstacles and inefficiencies in the translational process, overcoming bottlenecks that slow the development of new treatments for patients.

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Driving Core Technologies

Learn more about the NCATS Chemical Genomics Center and its core technology activities.

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NCATS Programs & Initiatives