Imaging effects of neurotrophic factor genes on brain plasticity and repair in multiple sclerosis
Recruitment Period:
October 2009 - ongoing
Location of Study/Trial:
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
One Medical Center Drive
Lebanon, NH 03756
Recruiting:
Individuals with MS, aged 18-60 years
Principal Investigator:
Heather Wishart, PhD., Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Neurology in the Neuropsychology Program and Brain Imaging Lab at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
Sponsors:
U.S. Department of Defense
Description of Study/Trial:
We are seeking patients to participate in a study to test for genes related to disease progression in MS. This is a NON-medication study and requires only one visit. Study participants will complete an MRI (without contrast), a blood-draw for genetic testing, a neurological exam, and brief questionnaires.
The total time to complete this study visit is approximately 3 hours. Our study will provide modest reimbursement to ensure that participation comes at no cost to you.
For more information, please contact Mirranda Boshart at Mirranda.l.boshart@hitchcock.org or (603) 650-5879; or Jennifer Randolph at Jennifer.randolph@hitchcock.org or (603) 650-2665.