Creating a network to improve pain management in sickle cell disease
Official title: Sickle Cell Disease Pain Analgesia And Integrative Network
Funded at University of California-Irvine · NIH-10940418 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people with sickle cell disease by finding better ways to understand and manage their pain, bringing together experts and community members to work on new solutions that can improve their daily lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California-Irvine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project start | September 5, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $963,947 |
| NIH project number | 1U24AT012868-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10940418 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 21 and older who are living with sickle cell disease and experience pain as a significant symptom.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have sickle cell disease or those who do not experience pain as a symptom may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to establish the Sickle Cell Disease Pain Analgesia and Integrative Network (SCDPAIN), which will focus on understanding and addressing the unique pain experiences of individuals with sickle cell disease. The project will bring together a diverse group of scientists, clinicians, and community partners to explore the mechanisms of pain in sickle cell disease and develop innovative, multidisciplinary approaches to pain management. By leveraging advanced technology and collaborative efforts, the network seeks to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from acute and chronic pain associated with this condition.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective pain management strategies for individuals with sickle cell disease, ultimately improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in developing collaborative networks for pain management, indicating that this approach could be effective in addressing the complexities of pain in sickle cell disease.
Where this research is happening
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University of California-Irvine
Irvine, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gupta, Kalpna — University of California-Irvine
- Study coordinator: Gupta, Kalpna
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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.