Understanding brain health in veterans with traumatic brain injuries
Official title: Harmonizing Veteran Longitudinal Cohorts to Identify Prognostic Factors in Post-Traumatic Brain Health
Funded at Portland VA Medical Center · NIH-11012824 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how traumatic brain injuries from military service affect veterans' health and recovery, with the goal of finding better ways to help them heal and manage any brain-related issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Portland VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | September 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| NIH project number | 5I01RX004910-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11012824 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who have experienced traumatic brain injuries, particularly those with a history of military combat or training.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced traumatic brain injuries or who are not veterans may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how traumatic brain injuries (TBI) affect the health and recovery of veterans, particularly those who have experienced military combat and training. By analyzing data from ongoing longitudinal studies, the research aims to identify factors that influence the risks of developing brain disorders and the effectiveness of recovery strategies. The study will harmonize data from multiple sources to create a comprehensive dataset, allowing for more accurate assessments of health outcomes related to TBI. Utilizing advanced data methods, the research seeks to provide insights that can lead to improved care for veterans suffering from brain injuries.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment options for veterans with traumatic brain injuries.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding brain health through longitudinal studies, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Portland VA Medical Center
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'neil, Maya Elin — Portland VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: O'neil, Maya Elin
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.