Award
National Institute of General Medical Sciences 5R16GM150784-03
The Impact of Disrupting Sensory Innervation on Tibial Bone Mass
Recipient
University of New England
Award Amount
$177,500.00
Ceiling
$177,500.00
Awarded
July 16, 2025
Identifier
5R16GM150784-03
The project explores the impact of saphenous nerve injury on tibial bone mineral density, hypothesizing that nerve denervation reduces bone mass, with implications for fracture risk and bone health.
Description
This grant aims to elucidate the role of sensory nerves, specifically the saphenous nerve, in maintaining tibial bone density and health. The project involves nerve transection and chemical ablation to study effects on bone mass and innervation.