Award
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 10984972
Obesity as a Driver of Inflammation and Brain Volume Loss in Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis
Recipient
University of Virginia
Award Amount
$187,423.00
Ceiling
$187,423.00
Awarded
November 15, 2024
Identifier
10984972
Research project funded by NIH to study obesity's impact on inflammation and brain volume loss in pediatric multiple sclerosis using MRI and biomarkers.
Description
This project aims to study the relationship between obesity, inflammation, and neurodegeneration in pediatric multiple sclerosis. It involves a cross-sectional, multi-center cohort study with a focus on MRI and serological biomarkers. The project is funded by the NIH and involves collaboration with the University of Virginia and the NIH NINDS.