A repository for neuroscience research data and tissue samples
Official title: Neurosciences Research Repository
Run by The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston · NCT00857922 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is collecting health information and tissue samples from neurosurgery patients and their families to create a helpful database for future research on brain-related conditions.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 0 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 15000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Houston, Texas) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 2009 |
| Main results expected | March 2030 |
| Study ends | August 2030 |
| Registry record updated | June 16, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT00857922 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study include neurosurgical patients and their family members from specific cohorts related to vascular, trauma, brain tumors, and functional disorders.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The Neuroscience Research Repository (NRR) aims to enhance neuroscience research by integrating clinical data with biological information from patient tissue specimens. This observational study will collect longitudinal clinical data and tissue samples from neurosurgical patients and their family members to create a comprehensive database for current and future research on neurological conditions. The repository will utilize standardized electronic health data and uniform sample collection methods to optimize the value of the data for various neuroscience studies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this repository could significantly advance the understanding and treatment of neurological conditions by providing valuable data and samples for research.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies utilizing similar data and tissue repositories have shown success in advancing research, indicating that this approach is promising.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Neurosurgical patient (primary or consulting); patients\<18 includes residual tissue only, no blood samples. 2. Family members of specific vascular, trauma, brain tumor and functional disorder cohorts (will be identified in future addendums to this repository) Exclusion Criteria: 1\. Inability to obtain informed consent
Where it's running
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Memorial Hermann Hospital
Houston, Texas, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Georgene W Hergenroeder, PhD — McGovern Medical School at UTHealth
- Study coordinator: G Hergenroeder
- Email: Georgene.W.Hergenroeder@uth.tmc.edu
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.