National Institutes of Health (NIH): Intramural Research Program (IRP)

This year has seen a record number of dengue?cases, and it might not be?an anomaly as climate?change?expands the?range?where?the?mosquito that transmits the?tropical disease can thrive. In our new Speaking of Science?episode, hear how scientists at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) are developing new measures for treatment and protection: https://go.nih.gov/6GqU39x #dengue #SpeakingofScience #NIH_IRP

It’s with a heavy heart that I share the news that our dear colleague Dr. John Gallin has passed away. He was the longest-serving director of the NIH Clinical Center (CC). With a 50+ year career at NIH, he leaves an incredible legacy that lives on in the important work at the NIH Clinical Center and in generations of clinician-scientists. I extend my deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.?https://lnkd.in/eXx3r9JT

In honor of World Mental Health Day, we're spotlighting the groundbreaking work of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)'s Human Brain Collection Core (HBCC), led by Dr. Stefano Marenco. The HBCC is a critical resource for scientists studying the complexities of the brain and mental illness. By meticulously collecting, processing, and storing brain donations from individuals with and without mental illnesses, the HBCC provides researchers with the essential tools to investigate the biological basis of these conditions. This vital work is paving the way for new treatments and ultimately transforming how we diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders. Learn more about the HBCC's impact and Dr. Marenco's insights: https://go.nih.gov/TUKtOVV #WorldMentalHealthDay

Excited for Dr. Jennifer E. Phillips-Cremins' lecture at The National Institutes of Health on Oct. 9 at 2pm. We'll dive into the spatial biology of the brain and how chromatin's 3D structure influences gene expression in disorders like Alzheimer's. Watch it here: https://go.nih.gov/CDDvIyX #NIH_WALS #Neuroscience #Chromatin

Did you miss the 2024 NIH Research Festival last week? From The National Institutes of Health Distinguished Scholars Symposium to the 17th Annual Philip S. Chen Jr. Lecture given by Dr. Stephen Whitehead, go here to catch up on what you may have missed: https://bit.ly/4gW8LXJ #NIH_IRP Also, listen to our latest #SpeakingofScience podcast episode to learn how Dr. Stephen Whitehead helped develop a promising new #vaccine for #dengue.?Play the episode:?https://go.nih.gov/IYFF4gl.

Unlike most other infectious diseases, dengue deceives our immune systems in a way where a second infection can potentially be more harmful than the first. A problem that has slowed the development of effective medicines and vaccines. That is, until now. Listen to our latest #SpeakingofScience episode, to hear how scientists at The National Institutes of Health are digging into dengue and coming up with ways to defy it: https://go.nih.gov/6GqU39x #NIH_IRP #infectiousdiseases #dengue #immunesystem

Established in 1974, the National Institute on Aging (NIA) is where scientists conduct research to better understand aging, Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. #NIH_IRP researchers are exploring how cells that stop multiplying but have not died can accumulate in our tissues and drive many of the illnesses that we associate with aging. Learn more: https://go.nih.gov/qcAeBXr #NIHFirst #Alzheimersdisease #dementia

Dr. Charles Egwuagu’s lab at the National Eye Institute (NEI) and its collaborators used camels to?create a?unique antibody that shows promise for alleviating the symptoms of multiple sclerosis, a potentially debilitating disease that affects the central nervous system. Recent #NIH_IRP research suggests that it could also lead to new treatments for a wide array of ailments that affect the central nervous system. Read on to learn more about this breakthrough:?https://go.nih.gov/uaNq7kI #multiplesclerosis #neurodegenerative #msresearch

This #WorldHeartDay on September 29th, we acknowledge the significant contributions of Dr. Robert Lederman of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute in advancing heart health research. Dr. Lederman leads the development of innovative treatments for heart disease, focusing on minimally invasive procedures. His groundbreaking work on the SESAME procedure for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy offers new hope for patients with this challenging condition. SESAME utilizes catheters and precisely applied heat to thin thickened heart muscle, improving blood flow and quality of life. Learn more about Dr. Lederman's impactful research and its potential to transform cardiac care: https://go.nih.gov/dUbVxvc #NIH_IRP #WorldHeartDay

If you missed Dr. Stephen Whitehead’s lecture at The National Institutes of Health Research Festival, you can learn how he helped develop a promising new #vaccine for #dengue in our new #SpeakingofScience episode.? Check it out at: https://go.nih.gov/oYsVBe2 #NIH_IRP #NIHResearchFest