Creating a center to advance new technologies for nervous system disorders
Center for Innovative NeuroTech Advancement - CINTA
This study is all about creating a new center that will turn the latest technology into helpful treatments for people with nervous system disorders, making sure that new ideas quickly reach those who need them most.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11114119 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to establish the Center for Innovative NeuroTech Advancement (CINTA), which will focus on transforming emerging technologies into effective clinical solutions for disorders affecting the nervous system. The project will leverage decades of experience in managing multi-disciplinary research organizations to identify unmet medical needs and develop technology-based solutions. Through various cores, including administrative, outreach, and evaluation, the center will facilitate the rapid movement of innovations from concept to commercialization, ultimately benefiting patients with neurological conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with neurological disorders who may benefit from innovative therapeutic technologies.
Not a fit: Patients with non-neurological conditions or those not interested in emerging technology solutions may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new, effective treatments for patients suffering from nervous system disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives in healthcare innovation have shown success in transforming technology into clinical applications, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schachter, Steven C. — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Schachter, Steven C.
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.