Improving predictions for recovery after traumatic brain injury
Official title: Improving Prognostication for Traumatic Brain Injury
Funded at Vanderbilt University Medical Center · NIH-11051145 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve how we predict recovery for people who have had a traumatic brain injury by using advanced scans and health information to better understand their healing journey, so that doctors can make more informed treatment choices and help patients recover more effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $173,315 |
| NIH project number | 5K23GM150110-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11051145 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently suffered a traumatic brain injury and are undergoing treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with chronic or long-standing brain injuries may not benefit from this research as it focuses on early recovery prognostication.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the ability to predict recovery outcomes for patients who have experienced traumatic brain injury (TBI). It focuses on developing a more dynamic prognostic model that utilizes advanced imaging techniques and biomarkers to assess recovery trajectories over time. By analyzing data from CT and MRI scans alongside clinical information, the research seeks to provide more accurate prognostic information that can guide treatment decisions and improve patient care. The goal is to create a system that better reflects the complexities of TBI recovery, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate predictions of recovery for TBI patients, allowing for tailored treatment plans and better resource allocation.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using imaging and biomarkers for prognostication in TBI, but this approach aims to refine and enhance existing models.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Maiga, Amelia — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Maiga, Amelia
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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.