National Institutes of Health

Description

The neurovascular unit involves multiple pathways that contribute to neurodegeneration. Astrocytes, due to their overlapping roles regulating the blood brain barrier, neuronal health and response to degenerating cells, are uniquely positioned to be therapeutic targets. Astrocytes are a fundamental component of the neurovascular unit and are known to play a role in regulating the blood brain barrier and APOE signaling. However, the mechanistic role of astrocytes for the neurovascular unit in health and disease, including in vascular contributions to cognitive impairment and dementia (VCID) and across the spectrum of AD/ADRD diagnoses, is largely unknown, and represents a gap area and an opportunity for research investment. This initiative would represent the first targeted initiative on the fundamental role of astrocytes in AD/ADRD at the NIH.

Who can apply

• State governments
• County governments
• City or township governments
• Special district governments
• Independent school districts
• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
• Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
• Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Private institutions of higher education
• For-profit organizations other than small businesses
• Small businesses
• Others

Contact

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