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![]() National Center for Toxicological Research, 2011 | |
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Formed | January 27, 1971 |
Jurisdiction | Federal government of the United States |
Headquarters | 3900 NCTR Road, Jefferson, Arkansas 34°21′59.78″N 92°6′43.33″W / 34.3666056°N 92.1120361°W |
Employees | 509 (August 2019) |
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Website | National Center for Toxicological Research |
The National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR) is a branch of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) located in Jefferson, Arkansas. Established in 1971, the Center conducts scientific research to provide reliable data for Food & Drug Administration decision-making and develops innovative tools and approaches that support its public health mission.