International workshop on brain regeneration and neuroplasticity
Official title: 2025 Patrica Levy Zusman International Workshop on Neuroregeneration
Funded at Methodist Hospital Research Institute · NIH-11073777 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This workshop is all about bringing together brain experts to share ideas on how to help the brain heal and grow, which could lead to better treatments for people with neurological conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Methodist Hospital Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | March 1, 2025 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $14,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13NS141592-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11073777 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with neurological disorders such as stroke or traumatic brain injury.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-neurological conditions or those not interested in research collaboration may not receive benefit from this workshop.
What this research studies
This workshop brings together experts in neurostimulation and neuroplasticity to explore new ideas and collaborations aimed at enhancing our understanding of brain regeneration. Participants will engage in discussions about the intersection of electrical activity in the brain and the molecular mechanisms that support neural plasticity. The workshop aims to foster innovative approaches to brain stimulation technologies and their clinical applications, ultimately benefiting patients with neurological conditions. By facilitating collaboration among researchers, the workshop seeks to accelerate advancements in the field of neuroregeneration.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for patients with neurological conditions by enhancing brain regeneration and recovery.
How similar studies have gone: Previous workshops in this area have shown success in fostering collaboration and generating new research ideas, indicating a promising approach to advancing neuroregeneration.
Where this research is happening
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Methodist Hospital Research Institute
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Horner, Philip J — Methodist Hospital Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Horner, Philip J
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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.