Developing treatments for injuries caused by radiation exposure
DECORPORATION MCM PHASE 1 CLINICAL SAFETY STUDY
This study is looking at new ways to help people who have been hurt by radiation, using tests on animals to see if these treatments are safe and work well, with the hope that it will lead to better options for patients in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sri International NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Menlo Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11041810 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and testing medical countermeasures to treat injuries resulting from radiation exposure. Using animal models, the study aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of these treatments. The research also involves collecting samples for biodosimetry studies, which help assess radiation exposure levels. Patients may benefit from advancements in treatment options for radiation injuries as a result of this work.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have been exposed to radiation or are at risk of radiation exposure.
Not a fit: Patients who have not been exposed to radiation or do not have conditions related to radiation injuries may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective treatments for patients suffering from radiation injuries.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on radiation injuries, the specific approach of developing medical countermeasures in this context is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Menlo Park, United States
- Sri International — Menlo Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chang, Polly Yee — Sri International
- Study coordinator: Chang, Polly Yee
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.