The UAB Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS) will accelerate the pace of moving fundamental scientific discoveries into practical applications that enhance health. The CCTS is increasing interaction between UAB researchers and the community, and among researchers at UAB and other premier health centers to provide cutting-edge medical treatments to patients. Funding is provided by the NIH National Center for Research Resources as part of its Clinical and Translational Science Award Program (5UL1RR02577-02, 5KL2RR025776-02, 5TL1RR025775-02).