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Identifying Biomarkers that Modify Outcomes in Soccer Heading

Award Number: F31NS098799
ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS AND STROKE
OPDIV: NIH
AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY
AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: FELLOWSHIP/SCHOLARSHIP/STUDENT LOANS
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 03/21/2017
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 03/20/2020

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Identifying Biomarkers that Modify Outcomes in Soccer Heading - Abstract The effects of repetitive heading in soccer, outside the purview of recognized concussion, are a topic of major public importance that has not been well defined. Recent work from our laboratory has shown that repetitive sub-concussive soccer heading is associated with evidence of microstructural tissue damage as well as cognitive impairments. We have found that there exists a threshold number of heads per year whereby subclinical and clinical impairments are evident. Despite this evidence of axonal and functional damage, we have not characterized individuals at greater and/or reduced risk for deterioration from repetitive soccer heading. In this proposed study we will investigate trait biomarkers hypothesized to have an association with neurodegenerative processes subsequent to brain injury. Specifically, we will examine the effect-modifying role of the Apolipoprotein E, Cholesterol Esterase Transfer Protein and Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor polymorphisms. Furthermore, we will explore the extent to which the ex-vivo inflammatory stress response can explain the heterogeneity in outcomes. Under the mentorship of Dr. Michael Lipton and investigators with varying expertise pertaining to the project, I am confident that I will accomplish my goal of identifying biomarkers that confer greater vulnerability to heading related impairments. Furthermore, I will receive excellent training in clinical research methods and basic science techniques alike, which will serve as an excellent foundation for my ultimate goal of becoming an independent clinical Investigator.


Issue Date FY	Funding FY	Legal Entity Name	Legal Entity Address	Legal Entity City	Legal Entity State	Legal Entity Zip Code	Legal Entity COUNTY	Legal Entity COUNTRY	Assistance Listing	Award Code	Budget Year	Action Date	Action Type	Action Amount

Issue Date FY: 2022 ( Subtotal = -$3,502 )
2022	2019	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	002	4	4/22/2022	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	-$3,502
2022	2018	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, INC.	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	000	2	4/22/2022	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$0
2022	2018	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	001	3	4/22/2022	CHANGE OF GRANTEE / TRAINING INSTITUTION / AWARDING INSTITUTION	$0
														Subtotal = -$3,502

Issue Date FY: 2020 ( Subtotal = $1,101 )
2020	2018	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	000	3	12/12/2019	CHANGE OF GRANTEE / TRAINING INSTITUTION / AWARDING INSTITUTION	$1,101
														Subtotal = $1,101

Issue Date FY: 2019 ( Subtotal = $45,016 )
2019	2019	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	002	4	3/22/2019	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$45,016
2019	2018	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	001	3	2/7/2019	CHANGE OF GRANTEE / TRAINING INSTITUTION / AWARDING INSTITUTION	$9,913
2019	2018	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, INC.	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	000	2	2/7/2019	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	-$9,913
														Subtotal = $45,016

Issue Date FY: 2018 ( Subtotal = $44,524 )
2018	2018	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, INC.	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	000	2	2/26/2018	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$44,044
2018	2018	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, INC.	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	001	2	6/5/2018	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$480
														Subtotal = $44,524

Issue Date FY: 2017 ( Subtotal = $44,044 )
2017	2017	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, INC.	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	000	1	3/21/2017	NEW	$43,576
2017	2017	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, INC.	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	002	1	7/12/2017	NEW	$468
2017	2017	ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, INC.	1300 MORRIS PARK AVE	BRONX	NY	10461	BRONX	USA	Extramural Research Programs in the Neurosciences and Neurological Disorders	001	1	3/21/2017	NEW	$0
														Subtotal = $44,044

Grand Total All Awards = $131,183

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Identifying Biomarkers that Modify Outcomes in Soccer Heading

Award Number: F31NS098799

ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS AND STROKE

OPDIV: NIH

AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY

AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: FELLOWSHIP/SCHOLARSHIP/STUDENT LOANS

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 03/21/2017

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 03/20/2020

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