The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) is a National Institutes of Health funding program that builds institutional infrastructure to accelerate translational and clinical research.
CTSA-supported programs commonly provide biostatistics, informatics, regulatory support, participant recruitment services, and workforce training. These resources improve study quality and help investigators conduct research efficiently and ethically. CTSA initiatives strengthen collaboration across institutions and promote innovative study methods and trial operations. The program supports a more coordinated national ecosystem for clinical investigation.