Using advanced computer techniques to classify the causes of stroke

Classification of Stroke Etiology Using Advanced Computational Approaches

NIH-funded research Yale University · NIH-11001502

This study is looking at the different causes of strokes to find better ways to prevent them and create new treatments, so patients can get more personalized care based on what caused their stroke.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionYale University NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (New Haven, United States)
Project IDNIH-11001502 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on improving the understanding of stroke causes by utilizing advanced computational methods. It aims to analyze complex data to enhance the effectiveness of secondary stroke prevention treatments and discover new therapeutic options. Patients may benefit from this research as it seeks to develop better-targeted treatments based on individual stroke causes. The principal investigator, Dr. Richa Sharma, is dedicated to building a stroke clinical research laboratory that will leverage these innovative approaches.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and are seeking improved treatment options.

Not a fit: Patients who have not had a stroke or those with non-vascular related conditions may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective treatments for stroke prevention.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using computational techniques to analyze stroke data, indicating that this approach has potential for success.

Where this research is happening

New Haven, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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