Award
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 1F31NS145624-01
Investigating the Role of Slc4a4 in Multiple Sclerosis
Recipient
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
Award Amount
$49,538.00
Ceiling
$49,538.00
Awarded
July 28, 2025
Identifier
1F31NS145624-01
This award supports research investigating the role of the astrocyte-enriched gene Slc4a4 in multiple sclerosis (MS) pathology and progression, aiming to uncover mechanisms of blood-brain barrier dysfunction and identify new therapeutic targets.
Description
The project focuses on investigating the role of the gene Slc4a4 in multiple sclerosis using animal models, human tissue analysis, and molecular biology techniques to identify potential therapeutic targets for MS.