Investigating chronic multi-symptom illnesses in veterans
Official title: CSRD Research Career Scientist Award Application
Funded at Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp · NIH-11115618 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into the ongoing health issues that many Gulf War veterans face, like fatigue, pain, and trouble thinking, to find out what might be causing these problems and help improve their well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2021 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK6CX002369-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11115618 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans experiencing chronic multi-symptom illnesses, particularly those related to Gulf War service.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have chronic multi-symptom illnesses or who are not veterans may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding chronic multi-symptom illnesses (CMI) that affect veterans, particularly those who served in the Gulf War. The study aims to identify the underlying mechanisms of these complex conditions, which include fatigue, pain, and cognitive issues. By utilizing advanced technologies, the research examines various physiological systems in veterans to uncover dysfunctions that may contribute to their symptoms. The goal is to improve the health and quality of life for veterans suffering from these debilitating conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and potential treatments for chronic multi-symptom illnesses in veterans.
How similar studies have gone: While research on chronic multi-symptom illnesses is ongoing, this specific approach to studying veterans' health is relatively novel and aims to fill existing gaps in understanding.
Where this research is happening
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Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp
Madison, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cook, Dane B. — Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp
- Study coordinator: Cook, Dane B.
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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.