Award
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 5R01NS127819-05
Extracellular Potassium and Astrocytic Kir4.1 Modulate Interneuron Activity in the Cerebral Cortex
Recipient
Tufts University Boston
Award Amount
$440,530.00
Ceiling
$440,530.00
Awarded
April 28, 2026
Identifier
5R01NS127819-05
The award supports research on how extracellular potassium and astrocytic Kir4.1 channels affect interneuron activity in the cerebral cortex, with implications for epilepsy and neurodegenerative disorders.
Description
This project investigates the role of astrocytic Kir4.1 channels in neuronal excitability and seizure activity, focusing on interneurons and GABAergic networks.