Mapping brain connections in Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
The Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy Connectome Project
This study is looking at how the brain works in young people with Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy to find out who might benefit from certain medications and how their seizures could change over time, with the hope of creating better, tailored treatment plans for each person.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10788280 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how brain connections in patients with Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME) can be mapped to better understand the condition. By using advanced imaging techniques, the project aims to identify which patients are likely to respond to medication and how their seizures may progress over time. The goal is to develop reliable biomarkers that can predict treatment outcomes and cognitive or psychiatric challenges associated with JME. This could lead to more personalized treatment plans for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults aged 12 to 20 who have been diagnosed with Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy.
Not a fit: Patients with other forms of epilepsy or those outside the age range of 12 to 20 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies and better quality of life for patients with Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using brain imaging to understand epilepsy, but this specific approach focusing on JME is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Struck, Aaron F — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Struck, Aaron F
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.