Better Brain Fitness (a Brainjo Production) #71: What's really happening with scientific research funding?
Apr 1, 2025
Elizabeth Nance, an Associate Professor at the University of Washington, shares her expertise in brain therapies and injury. She highlights the crucial role of NIH funding in pediatric brain health research, especially for infants. The discussion delves into the complex grant proposal process and recent funding disruptions that threaten scientific progress. With a focus on public awareness, Nance emphasizes the urgent need for support in navigating these challenges to advance innovations in brain health and treatment.
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Tommy Wood's Google Summary
- Elizabeth Nance has a Wikipedia page with details about her career.
- Tommy Wood's Google AI summary only mentions him as Elizabeth Nance's spouse.
Importance of NIH Funding
- NIH funding is crucial for U.S. biomedical research, especially for brain health.
- It enables research into non-drug treatments that private companies won't fund.
Nance Lab's Research Focus
- Elizabeth Nance's lab focuses on improving brain health.
- They target therapies for newborns and children, an underserved group.