Investigating the effects of traumatic brain injury on bone health in veterans
Official title: BLRD Research Career Scientist Award Application
Funded at VA Loma Linda Healthcare System · NIH-10948079 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how traumatic brain injuries can affect bone health in veterans, with the hope of finding new ways to prevent bone problems as they age.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Loma Linda Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Loma Linda, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2020 |
| Project end | September 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK6BX005381-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10948079 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans aged 21 and older who have experienced traumatic brain injuries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced traumatic brain injuries or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects bone health, particularly in veterans. It examines the long-term consequences of TBI, including its impact on peak bone mass and the development of abnormal bone growth in soft tissues. The research aims to identify the cellular mechanisms and signaling pathways involved in these processes, with the goal of developing new treatments to prevent and manage bone-related complications in TBI patients. By studying these issues, the research seeks to improve health outcomes for aging veterans who are at risk for osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapies that improve bone health and reduce complications for veterans suffering from TBI.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that understanding the effects of TBI on bone health can lead to significant advancements in treatment strategies, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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VA Loma Linda Healthcare System
Loma Linda, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mohan, Subburaman — VA Loma Linda Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Mohan, Subburaman
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.