Developing new neurotechnology to improve care for neurological injuries
Official title: Bridging bench to bedside with aneurotechnology cross-development platform
Funded at Providence VA Medical Center · NIH-11175275 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to speed up the process of turning new brain and spinal cord treatments into real help for veterans with neurological issues, making it easier and faster for them to get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Providence VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01RX004250-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11175275 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans experiencing neurological illnesses, particularly those with traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with neurological conditions that do not involve brain or spinal cord injuries may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on accelerating the translation of neurotechnology advancements from laboratory settings to practical medical applications for veterans suffering from neurological conditions. It aims to streamline the development, evaluation, and deployment of medical devices that can address complex needs, particularly for those with traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries. By integrating various technologies, the project seeks to reduce the lengthy timelines typically associated with bringing innovative treatments to patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster access to advanced neurotechnological treatments for veterans with neurological injuries.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been successful advancements in neurotechnology, this approach aims to address the unique challenges of translating these innovations specifically for veterans, making it a novel endeavor.
Where this research is happening
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Providence VA Medical Center
Providence, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Borton, David Allenson — Providence VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Borton, David Allenson
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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.