Investigating how RNAs affect brain damage after a stroke
Official title: Role of RNAs in post-stroke brain damage
Funded at University of Wisconsin-Madison · NIH-11083012 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how different types of RNA in the brain behave after a stroke to see if they help the brain heal or cause more damage, with the hope of finding new ways to help stroke patients recover better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,166,216 |
| NIH project number | 5R35NS132184-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11083012 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and are seeking potential new treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not had a stroke or those with conditions unrelated to brain injury may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the role of various types of RNAs in the brain following a stroke. It aims to explore how changes in RNA expression and function can lead to either further brain damage or recovery. The research involves multiple projects that examine specific RNA modifications and their impact on brain health, with the ultimate goal of identifying new therapeutic targets to improve recovery outcomes for stroke patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapies that minimize brain damage and enhance recovery after a stroke.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding RNA roles in brain recovery, suggesting that this approach could yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vemuganti, Raghu — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Vemuganti, Raghu
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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.