NIH-funded research U01 cooperative agreement

A new therapy to regenerate neurons for Alzheimer's disease

Official title: Completion of Non-clinical long-term GLP safety and GMP manufacture for first-in-class neuron regenerative therapy, NNI-362 Phase 2 POC AD trial

Funded at Neuronascent, INC. · NIH-11110628 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new treatment called NNI-362 that hopes to help people with Alzheimer's by encouraging the growth of new brain cells and reducing harmful proteins, with the goal of improving memory and thinking skills.

Quick facts

Grant typeU01 cooperative agreement
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionNeuronascent, INC.
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Clarksville, United States)
Project startSeptember 1, 2023
Project endAugust 31, 2025
Funding year2024
Award (this year)$350,000
NIH project number3U01AG082687-02S1
Project IDNIH-11110628 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

Less likely to help

Patients with other forms of dementia or cognitive impairment unrelated to Alzheimer's disease may not benefit from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on a novel therapy called NNI-362, which aims to regenerate neurons in patients with Alzheimer's disease. The therapy has shown promise in early trials by promoting the growth of new neurons and reducing harmful brain proteins associated with the disease. The project involves scaling up the manufacturing of the therapy and conducting safety tests in animal models before moving to human trials. Patients may benefit from this innovative approach that seeks to reverse cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer's.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a groundbreaking treatment that helps regenerate brain cells and improve cognitive function in Alzheimer's patients.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar neuron regeneration therapies, indicating potential for this approach to be effective.

Where this research is happening

  • Neuronascent, INC.
    Clarksville, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Kelleher-Andersson, Judith a — Neuronascent, INC.
  • Study coordinator: Kelleher-Andersson, Judith a

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.
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