Developing treatments for radiation injuries using animal models
Official title: ANIMAL MODEL DEVELOPMENT AND EFFICACY TESTING
Funded at Sri International · NIH-10916149 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at new treatments to help people who have been hurt by radiation, using animals to see how well these treatments work, so that one day, patients can have better options if they face radiation exposure in emergencies or medical care.
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 start | September 19, 2022 |
| Project end | September 29, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $3,433,599 |
| NIH project number | 75N93020D00011-P00001-759302200002-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10916149 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research would include individuals exposed to radiation, such as those undergoing certain medical treatments or involved in radiation accidents.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not been exposed to radiation or do not have conditions related to radiation injuries may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and testing medical countermeasures to treat injuries caused by radiation exposure. By using animal models, the team will evaluate the effectiveness of these treatments and gather samples for further studies on radiation effects. Patients may benefit from advancements in therapies that could mitigate the harmful effects of radiation, particularly in emergency situations or medical treatments involving radiation. The research aims to improve understanding and management of acute radiation syndrome and related conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective treatments for patients suffering from radiation injuries.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in developing treatments for radiation injuries, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Sri International
Menlo Park, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chang, Polly — Sri International
- Study coordinator: Chang, Polly
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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.