Award
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 5K00NS125773-05
Investigating the role of NG2-glia in the development of epilepsy
Recipient
University of Virginia
Award Amount
$96,388.00
Ceiling
$96,388.00
Awarded
January 29, 2026
Identifier
5K00NS125773-05
This award funds research to investigate the role of NG2-glia cells in the development of epilepsy following viral infections and brain injury, aiming to identify new treatment strategies.
Description
Epilepsy is a serious neurological disorder that can develop as a consequence of viral infection and traumatic injury to the brain. NG2-glia are a major glial cell-type that regulate inflammation, scar formation, and neuroplasticity changes following injury, yet their role in the development of epilepsy remains unknown. These studies aim to lead to new hypotheses and treatment strategies regarding the development of epilepsy following viral infections and brain injury in humans.