Exploring partnerships between engineering and neurogenic bladder conditions
Official title: Neurogenic Bladder Research Group (NBRG) symposium: Partnering with Engineering in Neurogenic Bladder Research
Funded at Methodist Hospital Research Institute · NIH-10999573 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to help people with bladder control issues caused by conditions like Alzheimer's or spinal cord injuries, and it will involve teamwork from different experts to come up with new solutions that really focus on what patients need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Methodist Hospital Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | August 21, 2024 |
| Project end | August 20, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $10,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13DK138734-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10999573 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with neurogenic bladder conditions, particularly those affected by Alzheimer's disease, spinal cord injuries, or other neurodegenerative diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without neurogenic bladder dysfunction or those not affected by the specified neurological conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD), which affects bladder and sphincter control due to neuromuscular diseases or injuries. It aims to improve patient outcomes by applying patient-centered outcomes research and exploring innovative engineering solutions. The research will involve collaboration among experts in various fields to develop better management strategies for conditions like Alzheimer's disease and spinal cord injuries that lead to NLUTD. Patients suffering from urinary incontinence and related complications will be at the center of this investigation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management strategies and devices for patients suffering from neurogenic bladder conditions, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in improving outcomes for patients with neurogenic bladder dysfunction through innovative approaches, indicating that this research builds on established findings.
Where this research is happening
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Methodist Hospital Research Institute
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Khavari, Rose — Methodist Hospital Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Khavari, Rose
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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.