Improving emergency care through coordinated clinical trials
Official title: Strategies to Innovate EmeRgENcy Care Clinical Trials Network (SIREN) - Data Coordinating Center
Funded at Medical University of South Carolina · NIH-11019808 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at new ways to improve emergency care for serious conditions like brain injuries, heart problems, and trauma, so that patients can get better treatments and outcomes when they need help the most.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project start | January 15, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $388,155 |
| NIH project number | 5U24NS100655-08 |
| Project ID | NIH-11019808 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have suffered from neurologic, cardiac, respiratory, or traumatic emergencies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with chronic conditions or those not experiencing acute emergency situations may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing emergency care by establishing a network that investigates various treatments for critical conditions such as brain and spinal cord injuries, cardiac issues, and trauma. The Data Coordinating Center (DCC) will manage and analyze data from these clinical trials to ensure high-quality outcomes. By collaborating with multiple stakeholders, the DCC aims to streamline processes and improve the efficiency of emergency care research, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes. Patients may benefit from innovative treatments developed through these coordinated efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved emergency care protocols and better outcomes for patients experiencing critical health events.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that coordinated clinical trials in emergency care can lead to significant advancements in treatment protocols.
Where this research is happening
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Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Durkalski, Valerie L — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Durkalski, Valerie L
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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.