Miami, FL – In line with ongoing initiatives to address neurological conditions, research spearheaded by Dr. W. Dalton Dietrich focuses on ways to enhance the recovery and protection of brain and spinal cord functions following injuries. With special attention on traumatic brain injuries and their potential link to later dementia, the research explores the benefits of therapeutic hypothermia, a technique used to reduce the body’s temperature to protect neural tissues.
The University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine is at the forefront of these developments, with faculty members dedicated to advancing understanding and treatment in this critical field. As part of the commitment to tackling neurological conditions, the Miller School recently saw a significant presence at the 2024 Spine Summit, with 21 team members contributing to the discourse on spinal cord injuries and neurosurgery. Their collaboration emphasizes the importance of comprehensive approaches to treatment and recovery, including the potential role of environmental factors such as plastics, as highlighted by Dr. David Davis’s work on cognition.
Further solidifying the Miller School’s role in pioneering research, the Department of Defense has entrusted a team with a $1.75 million grant towards a three-year study into spinal cord injury. The grant supports the investigative efforts of principal researcher Damien Pearse, Ph.D. and his co-investigator Manav Mehta, Ph.D., in their quest to unveil new insights and rehabilitative strategies.
Source: University of Miami