Improving stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery through a coordinated research network.
NIH StrokeNet Regional Coordinating Center - University of Pittsburgh (STN-UP)
This study is working to improve stroke care by bringing together hospitals in Pennsylvania to gather information from a wide range of people, including kids and adults, so we can better understand how to prevent and treat strokes and help patients recover.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10992158 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the efficiency and quality of stroke trials by leveraging a collaborative network that includes multiple hospitals in Pennsylvania. The project aims to enroll a diverse group of participants, including both adults and children, to ensure comprehensive data collection and representation. By fostering partnerships with healthcare providers and patient support groups, the initiative seeks to improve patient outcomes in stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery. The research will also train new clinician investigators to further advance stroke care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals aged 21 and older who are at risk of or have experienced a stroke.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for stroke or who have not experienced a stroke may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing and treating strokes, ultimately enhancing recovery outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research initiatives in stroke prevention and treatment have shown success, indicating that this approach builds on established methodologies.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rocha, Marcelo — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Rocha, Marcelo
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.