Investigating the neurobiology of schizophrenia and suicidal behavior in Veterans
Official title: CSRD Research Career Scientist Award Application
Funded at James J Peters VA Medical Center · NIH-11070372 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how brain activity relates to impulsive behavior in Veterans with schizophrenia, especially those at risk for suicide, to find new ways to help them feel better and stay safe.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | James J Peters VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK6CX002700-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11070372 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Veterans diagnosed with schizophrenia or major depressive disorder, particularly those with a history of suicidal behavior.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have schizophrenia or major depressive disorder, or who are not Veterans, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the neurobiological factors associated with schizophrenia and suicidal behavior among Veterans. Using advanced neuroimaging techniques like fMRI, the study examines impulsivity in Veterans, comparing those at low and high risk for suicide. The goal is to identify new intervention targets that could help in treating schizophrenia and preventing suicide. By analyzing cognitive and motor impulsivity, the research aims to provide insights that could lead to better clinical outcomes for affected individuals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies for Veterans suffering from schizophrenia and those at risk of suicide.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding the neurobiology of impulsivity and its relation to suicidal behavior, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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James J Peters VA Medical Center
Bronx, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hazlett, Erin a. — James J Peters VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Hazlett, Erin a.
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.