Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD
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🔬An international research team catalogued 25 tumor types from thousands of patient donors as part of a long-term NIH-funded cancer study. This is a major win for cancer research since previous collections only captured a fraction of cancer’s biological diversity. I look forward to seeing how these models accelerate discoveries and bring us closer to more precise, effective treatments for patients everywhere. Read the full story. ➡️
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD16,934 Aufrufe • vor 6 Tagen
🧠New NIH-funded research has uncovered an aspect of human brain aging that reshapes our approach to age-related cognitive decline and dementia risk. This knowledge will be critical as we work toward developing earlier detection methods and more effective treatments. Read the full NIH news release ➡️
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD20,953 Aufrufe • vor 8 Tagen
It’s important that we pay attention to the evidence when it comes to medicalized treatment of gender dysphoria in young people. Based on a new report, @HHSgov experts agree that the harms outweigh any potential benefits. Watch the full discussion here:
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD107,414 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten
Excited to launch my new podcast, The Director’s Desk! 🎙️ Tune in each week for conversations on scientific careers, leadership, & innovation at NIH. Whether you're a rising researcher or just curious about the field of biomedical research, this is your behind-the-scenes look at NIH. Listen to my first episode with Dr. Matt Memoli, NIH’s Principal Deputy Director, as we explore the challenges and opportunities facing early-career researchers today:
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD166,521 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr
Encouraging progress in NIH-supported Alzheimer’s disease research: a new blood test may help predict when symptoms are approaching, offering a potential path to earlier intervention and better treatment monitoring. Discoveries like this bring us closer to improving outcomes for patients and families affected by Alzheimer's disease. Read more:
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD12,141 Aufrufe • vor 22 Tagen
We are simplifying how NIH funding works so researchers can spend less time navigating complexity and more time on discovery. Stay informed with NIH Innovates, NIH’s new channel dedicated to research news and information for the biomedical research community.
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD23,841 Aufrufe • vor 1 Monat
This weekend, I spoke at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona 🇺🇸. I encouraged young scientists to enter the field, not give up, study hard, and think independently. There is no longer a mindset of “we are the science” imposed by an authoritarian group at the NIH. Academic freedom leads the way to gold-standard science. That science leads the way to making America healthy again. For my full speech ➡️
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD64,931 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten
Most people associate Lyme disease with a bull’s-eye rash—but only 1 in 4 patients develop it. So what happens when it doesn’t? I spoke with Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos about diagnosis, persistent symptoms, and how research is advancing care. 🎥 Watch our full conversation
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD23,331 Aufrufe • vor 2 Monaten
Could weak research be influencing how we care for kids? HHS experts break down the risks behind current studies on treatments for pediatric gender dysphoria and explain what every parent should know before making big decisions. Watch more on the Director's Desk:
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD62,415 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten
NIH is proudly prioritizing drug repurposing as a way to accelerate research while using resources efficiently. Watch for some outstanding examples of how we’ve applied gold standard science to find new ways existing therapies can benefit more patients now:
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD33,455 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten
Drink your whole milk 🥛 as we celebrate President Trump signing a landmark piece of legislation! Paired with the 2025 to 2030 Dietary Guidelines, this marks a major step forward for real food and the families we serve. Whole milk delivers essential vitamins and nutrients for strong health and growing kids. A huge win for all Americans 🇺🇸! The White House HHS Secretary Kennedy President Donald J. Trump
Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD35,834 Aufrufe • vor 6 Monaten