A network for stroke treatment and recovery in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Regional Stroke Trials Network Coordinating Center (PRSTNCC)
The Philadelphia Regional Stroke Trials Network is working with a team of doctors to find better ways to treat and help people recover from strokes, and they're inviting patients from different hospitals in the area to join in this important research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10992185 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Philadelphia Regional Stroke Trials Network Coordinating Center (PRSTNCC) brings together a team of experts, including neurologists and rehabilitation specialists, to conduct clinical trials aimed at improving stroke treatment, prevention, and recovery. This collaborative effort involves multiple hospitals in the Philadelphia area, allowing for a diverse patient population to participate in innovative stroke research. The center focuses on developing and testing new interventions that can help patients of all ages recover from strokes more effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals of all ages who have experienced a stroke or are at risk for stroke.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or do not have risk factors for stroke may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and recovery strategies for stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in collaborative stroke trials, indicating that this approach has the potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kasner, Scott E — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Kasner, Scott E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.