A platform for advancing brain research and training
Official title: A Shared Neuroscience Platform for National Dissemination and Training in Brain Organogenesis, Behavioral and Brain Disease Models, Viral Vectors, and Imaging Technologies
Funded at Stanford University · NIH-11088239 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together tools and training to help researchers better understand how the brain develops and what happens when it gets sick, so if you're a scientist interested in brain research, this is a great chance to learn new techniques and work with others in the field!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project start | June 16, 2022 |
| Project end | May 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,253,014 |
| NIH project number | 5U24NS124026-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11088239 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include researchers and institutions focused on neuroscience and brain-related conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in neuroscience research or those outside the academic and research community may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a centralized platform that enhances neuroscience by providing innovative models and advanced imaging techniques for studying brain development and diseases. It includes various programs and laboratories that collaborate to offer resources, training, and support for researchers across the nation. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in pilot studies and workshops that teach them how to integrate new methodologies into their own research. The initiative aims to foster collaboration and expand the capabilities of neuroscience research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the understanding and treatment of brain diseases through enhanced research methodologies.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully utilized similar collaborative platforms to advance neuroscience, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Stanford University
Stanford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shamloo, Mehrdad — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Shamloo, Mehrdad
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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.