Award
NIH Reporter #5I01RX003986-04
Preclinical evaluation of efficacy and safety of a new iron chelator therapy in chronic spinal cord injury
Recipient
Veterans Health Administration, Gainesville, FL, United States
Awarded
May 01, 2026
Identifier
5I01RX003986-04
The award supports research on a new iron chelator therapy targeting chronic spinal cord injury to improve safety and efficacy, focusing on reducing oxidative stress and inflammation to enhance motor function and quality of life.
Description
This project aims to develop and evaluate a novel iron chelator therapy for chronic spinal cord injury, with potential for rapid translation into clinical trials to benefit veterans and civilians suffering from SCI-related disabilities.