The NINDS Intramural Program encourages scientific interactions and collaborative research projects. The NINDS supports a number of Core Facilities that provide state-of-the-art equipment and expertise to support intramural investigators. Additional NINDS-partner and NIH-wide facilities are also available to researchers. These NINDS shared core services are available to NIH employees only.
Animal Health and Care Section (AHCS) / Animal Care and Use Committee (ACUC)
The Animal Health and Care Section (AHCS) provides a comprehensive program of animal care and use for intramural investigators. The AHCS, in conjunction with the Animal Care and User Committee (ACUC), participates in assuring that the Institutes' Animal Care Program is in compliance with all applicable regulations, guidelines, and policies.
Core Facilities
Core Facilities provide shared scientific resources, cutting-edge technologies and novel approaches to support crucial research activities and accelerate scientific discovery.
Clinical Trials Unit
As a part of the Office of the Clinical Director, the Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) is a group of clinical research experts who collaborate to provide NINDS intramural investigators with support in developing and executing clinical research studies, as well as regulatory guidance
Neurology Consult Service
The NINDS intramural program provides neurological consultation services to the NIH Clinical Center with 24/7 coverage, 365 days a year, through the Neurology Consult Service. The service is staffed by neurological care providers who serve the patient care goals of the Clinical Center with diligence and attentiveness
NINDS Partners and NIH Shared Facilities
The NIH Intramural Research Program has a long history of interactions and shared resources among investigators. Click here for more information.
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