Exploring new treatments for vascular occlusive diseases
Official title: BLRD Research Career Scientist Award Application
Funded at Miami VA Health Care System · NIH-11045223 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study, led by Dr. Roberto I. Vazquez-Padron, is exploring new ways to treat conditions like atherosclerosis and restenosis, which cause arteries and veins to narrow, using a special collection of human blood vessels to find better treatments for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Miami VA Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Miami, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2024 |
| Project end | September 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 1IK6BX006823-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11045223 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with vascular occlusive diseases, such as atherosclerosis or those experiencing complications from hemodialysis vascular access.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-vascular related conditions or those not experiencing arterial or venous occlusive diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding and finding new therapeutic targets for vascular occlusive diseases, such as atherosclerosis and restenosis. Led by Dr. Roberto I. Vazquez-Padron, the project utilizes a unique biobank of human arteries and veins to study the mechanisms behind these conditions. By employing advanced high-throughput omics techniques, the research aims to uncover insights that could lead to innovative treatments for patients suffering from narrowing arteries and veins after surgical procedures. The ultimate goal is to translate these findings into clinically relevant solutions that improve patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapies that significantly improve the management and treatment of vascular occlusive diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in vascular biology has shown promise in identifying therapeutic targets, suggesting that this approach could yield significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Miami VA Health Care System
Miami, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vazquez Padron, Roberto Irenardo — Miami VA Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Vazquez Padron, Roberto Irenardo
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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.