Investigating how brain circuits can help recovery after a stroke
Determining the efficacy of therapeutic interventions after stroke from cell specific functional connectomes
This study is looking at how different parts of the brain help people recover after a stroke, with the hope of finding new ways to improve healing and everyday functioning for stroke survivors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11004960 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how specific brain circuits contribute to recovery after a stroke. By examining the roles of excitatory and inhibitory circuits, the study aims to uncover how these circuits can be targeted to enhance brain plasticity and improve behavioral outcomes. The research involves detailed experiments that analyze changes in brain connectivity and how these relate to recovery processes. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to new therapeutic interventions designed to aid stroke recovery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have experienced a stroke and are seeking ways to enhance their recovery.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or those with conditions unrelated to brain function may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to innovative treatments that significantly improve recovery outcomes for stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding brain plasticity and recovery mechanisms after stroke, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bauer, Adam Q — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Bauer, Adam Q
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.