Developing treatments for long-term effects of organophosphate poisoning
Administrative Core
This study is looking for new ways to help people who have experienced serious poisoning from certain chemicals, aiming to improve their recovery and reduce neurological problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10911229 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating therapeutic strategies to help individuals who have survived acute poisoning from organophosphate cholinesterase inhibitors, which can lead to severe neurological issues. The project is part of a larger initiative at the UC Davis CounterACT Center of Excellence, which includes multiple scientific projects and cores working collaboratively. The Administrative Core plays a crucial role in coordinating efforts, ensuring effective communication, and supporting the overall research activities. By fostering collaboration among various teams, the goal is to meet specific milestones and advance the understanding of treatment options for affected patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have survived acute intoxication from organophosphate cholinesterase inhibitors.
Not a fit: Patients who have not been exposed to organophosphate cholinesterase inhibitors are unlikely to benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective treatments that mitigate long-term neurological damage in patients who have experienced organophosphate poisoning.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach is part of a broader initiative, similar research has shown promise in developing treatments for neurological damage from toxic exposures.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lein, Pamela J — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Lein, Pamela J
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.