NISAN - Centres in the institute
Centres in the institute
Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Programme
Our research has a focus on conducting high quality epidemiological and clinical experimental research/trials to improve the health and rehabilitation outcomes in people with TBI.
Current projects include:
· An epidemiological study of brain injury incidence and outcomes
· A clinical trial of a herbal supplement to improve memory and information processing post-TBI
· A pilot trial of fatigue management interventions post-TBI
· A study exploring the effect of alcohol use on rehabilitation outcomes
Neuropsychology Programme
The Neuropsychology programme focuses on the assessment and influence of cognitive processes on physical health and behaviour for people who have experienced an acquired brain injury.
Current projects include:
· Neuropsychological outcomes five years post-stroke (ASTRO)
· Neuropsychological outcomes in the year following TBI (BIONIC)
· Neurological outcomes in the year following stroke (ARCOS IV)
· Impact of an herbal supplement on neuropsychological and post concussive symptoms after mild TBI
Stroke and TIA Research Programme
Our Stroke and TIA Research Centre focuses on conducting high quality epidemiological and clinical experimental research/trials to improve the health and rehabilitation outcomes in people with stroke/TIA.
Current projects include:
· An epidemiological study of stroke/TIA incidence and outcomes
· A randomised clinical trial testing the effects of a psychological intervention to reduce recurrent stroke rates
· A study to determine the effectiveness of a specific stroke rehabilitation programme
· Current Study: A post-graduate Stroke Management paper starting in from 2011, led by Professor Feigin
Biostatistics and Health Economics Programme
There are two divisions within the Biostatistics and Health Economics programme. Biostatistics provides statistical support for conducting high quality epidemiological and efficacy studies (clinical trials) including the safety and effectiveness of interventions. Health Economics will assess the efficiency (cost effectiveness) of interventions.
