Investigating how noise exposure affects balance and movement control in the brain
Official title: MEMRI as an in vivo marker for changes in neuronal activity in central vestibular pathways
Funded at John D Dingell VA Medical Center · NIH-11014371 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how loud noises might affect balance and dizziness in military personnel, helping to find better ways to understand and manage these issues as they get older.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | John D Dingell VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Detroit, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I21RX004111-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11014371 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include military personnel and veterans who have experienced exposure to loud noise and are experiencing balance or movement issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not been exposed to loud noise or do not exhibit any balance or vestibular issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how exposure to loud noise impacts the vestibular system, which is crucial for maintaining balance and body position. It specifically looks at military personnel who may experience dizziness and imbalance due to noise exposure during training or combat. The study aims to identify subtle changes in brain pathways that could lead to long-term balance issues, especially as these individuals age. By developing new assessment tools, the research seeks to provide insights into chronic vestibular dysfunction and its effects on behavior.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better assessment and treatment options for balance disorders in individuals exposed to loud noises, particularly veterans.
How similar studies have gone: While the specific approach of this research may be novel, there is existing literature indicating that similar studies on vestibular dysfunction and noise exposure have shown promising results.
Where this research is happening
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John D Dingell VA Medical Center
Detroit, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Holt, Avril Genene — John D Dingell VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Holt, Avril Genene
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.