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NCCIH’s Research Strategy
Research goals, types of research NCCIH funds, and the Center’s top scientific priorities.
Research Sponsored by NCCIH
The Division of Extramural Research develops and oversees NCCIH-funded research and research training programs.
Research Conducted at NCCIH
The Division of Intramural Research conducts clinical, translational, and basic research in Bethesda, MD.
Research Results
Highlights of recently published studies funded by NCCIH.
New Study Advances Understanding of How Heat and Pain Are Sensed and How Touch Can Become Painful
April 23, 2025
New Survey Shows U.S. Veterans’ Use of Natural Products for Chronic Pain
February 27, 2025
Adding Online Group Mindfulness Sessions to Medication Treatment Reduces Opioid Craving in People With Opioid Use Disorder
January 21, 2025
NCCIH Research Blog
NCCIH staff blog about research results, funding opportunities, policies, and meetings of interest to researchers.
Policies and Guidelines
Documentation from NCCIH and NIH on proper research procedures.
Awarded Grants and Contracts
Lists of research and training grants funded for both new and ongoing research, with links to abstracts.
Clinical Trials
Learn more about NCCIH’s current and past medical studies with people.
Resources for Researchers
NCCIH Clinical Research Toolbox, recruitment and accrual information, and resources on rigor and reproducibility.