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  • This time-lapse video shows cancer cells can sprout long appendages to force their way into healthy tissue.
  • This research offers a new lead in determining whether a cancer is starting to spread in a patient thought to be in remission.

Underlying NIDCR’s Financial Management Plan is the Institute’s goal to provide stable levels of support for high quality scientific research and research training. NIDCR is currently operating under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-260), signed into law on December 27, 2020.

Underlying NIDCR’s Financial Management Plan is the Institute’s goal to provide stable levels of support for high quality scientific research and research training. NIDCR is currently operating under Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 (Public Law 117-103), signed into law on March 15, 2022.

During World War II, rampant tooth decay disqualified nearly 20% of military recruits from service. To address this issue, President Harry Truman signed legislation on June 24, 1948, to create what would eventually become the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. The institute is celebrating its anniversary throughout the year by highlighting its past accomplishments and presenting its vision for the future.

NIDCR is currently operating under the Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act, 2024 (Public Law 118-22) signed by President Biden on November 16, 2023. This Act (CR) continues government operations through February 2, 2024, at the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 enacted level, with no reduction.