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A center coordinating stroke clinical trials and training for new investigators

Official title: Case Western Reserve University StrokeNet University Regional Coordinating Center

Funded at Case Western Reserve University · NIH-11002320 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is all about finding better ways to treat and prevent strokes, and it’s for patients who want to help test new treatments that could improve care for everyone.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionCase Western Reserve University
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Cleveland, United States)
Project startDecember 19, 2023
Project endNovember 30, 2028
Funding year2025
Award (this year)$1
NIH project number5U24NS107270-07
Project IDNIH-11002320 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for participation include individuals who have experienced a stroke or are at risk for stroke, including both adults and children.

Less likely to help

Patients with conditions unrelated to stroke or those who do not meet the eligibility criteria for specific trials may not benefit from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on coordinating and conducting clinical trials related to stroke treatment and prevention. It aims to bring new trials into the network and train new stroke investigators to enhance the quality of care for stroke patients. The center collaborates with multiple hospitals and medical centers, ensuring a diverse patient population and a wide range of expertise in stroke care. Patients may have the opportunity to participate in innovative clinical trials that could lead to improved treatment options.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new and effective treatments for stroke patients, improving recovery outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research in stroke clinical trials has shown success in improving treatment protocols and patient outcomes, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.

Where this research is happening

  • Case Western Reserve University
    Cleveland, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Sundararajan, Sophia — Case Western Reserve University
  • Study coordinator: Sundararajan, Sophia

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.