Award
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 5R01NS092788-10
Modeling the progression of SOD1-linked motor neuron disease
Recipient
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Award Amount
$384,173.00
Ceiling
$384,173.00
Awarded
May 05, 2026
Identifier
5R01NS092788-10
This award funds research on the prion-like mechanisms in SOD1-linked ALS, focusing on disease progression and transmission pathways to better understand ALS pathology.
Description
Research project investigating the biological role of prion-like spread in SOD1-ALS pathogenesis, including strain-like characteristics, transmission routes, extrinsic factors influencing spread, and the role of astrocytes and microglia.