Muscular Dystrophy Center to Help Patients Live Better
Official title: Muscular Dystrophy Specialized Research Center
Funded at University of Iowa · NIH-11402633 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This grant supports an Administrative Core at a muscular dystrophy center to coordinate research, share information, and engage patients and families.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Iowa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project start | June 8, 2005 |
| Project end | June 30, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $140,578 |
| NIH project number | 5P50NS053672-22 |
| Project ID | NIH-11402633 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Patients with muscular dystrophy and their families who participate in conferences, tours, or advisory activities may benefit from improved care information and faster translation of research.
✕Less likely to help
Direct benefits may be limited for individuals not participating in outreach or conference activities, though the center’s work aims to advance overall care.
What this research studies
If funded, this center will help organize research activities and resources so studies on muscular dystrophy move more smoothly. It also plans patient and family conferences, community outreach, and tours to educate and involve people affected by the condition. The core will coordinate seminars, identify speakers, and facilitate collaboration with researchers around the world to push progress in muscular dystrophy care. Overall, it aims to create a collaborative environment where scientists, clinicians, patients, and families can work together toward better treatments. The administrative team will ensure resources are used efficiently and that patient perspectives guide the center’s direction.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: Better coordination and communication could accelerate the development of treatments and improve access to information for patients and families.
How similar studies have gone: Previous centers with strong administrative and outreach cores have shown improved collaboration and faster dissemination of findings.
Where this research is happening
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University of Iowa
Iowa City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Campbell, Kevin P. — University of Iowa
- Study coordinator: Campbell, Kevin P.
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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.