Improving recovery after stroke by enhancing brain plasticity
Official title: Plasticizing the cortex to enhance stroke recovery
Funded at Washington University · NIH-11071988 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at ways to help the brain heal and adapt after a stroke, so that stroke survivors can recover better and regain their abilities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $472,491 |
| NIH project number | 5R37NS110699-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-11071988 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have experienced a stroke.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not had a stroke or those with conditions that severely limit their ability to participate in rehabilitation may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how to enhance the brain's ability to reorganize and repair itself after a stroke. It focuses on understanding the mechanisms of plasticity in brain networks, which is crucial for effective recovery. By studying how the brain rewires itself, the research aims to develop therapies that can improve recovery outcomes for stroke survivors. The approach includes examining changes in brain connectivity and how these changes can be leveraged to support rehabilitation efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapies that significantly improve recovery and reduce disability for stroke survivors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in enhancing brain plasticity for recovery after stroke, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Jin-Moo — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Lee, Jin-Moo
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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.