Improving outcomes after ischemic stroke using advanced testing methods
The NIH SPAN Coordinating Center
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA · NIH-10993647
This study is working on new ways to help people recover better after a stroke by testing promising treatments in animals, including those with common health issues, to find out what works best for stroke patients like you.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10993647 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and implementing a secure system to test new interventions aimed at improving recovery after ischemic stroke. The Stroke Preclinical Assessment Network (SPAN) will evaluate promising treatments in animal models, ensuring a diverse representation of subjects, including those with common health issues like aging and hypertension. The study employs innovative methods for tracking and assessing treatment effects, including blinded evaluations and centralized assessments to minimize bias. By refining these testing processes, the research aims to identify effective therapies that could eventually benefit stroke patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced ischemic stroke or are at high risk for stroke due to conditions like hypertension or diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or do not have risk factors for stroke may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments that significantly improve recovery outcomes for stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using adaptive testing methods for stroke interventions, indicating a potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — Los Angeles, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LYDEN, PATRICK D — UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
- Study coordinator: LYDEN, PATRICK D
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.