The University of Toledo will receive nearly $4 million over the next five years to support research aimed at understanding the mechanisms of Alzheimer’s disease.
The award, from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, was announced Thursday by U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D., Toledo). The university will receive $788,021 per year over the next five years.
The research will be led by Dr. Robert Smith, a neuroscientist and research director of the Neurosciences Institute in the college of medicine and life sciences at UT. His team hopes to uncover new insights into the cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer’s, potentially paving the way for new therapeutic strategies.
“This award empowers researchers at UT to delve deeper into the complexities of Alzheimer’s, moving us closer to breakthroughs that could transform how we understand and treat this devastating condition,” Ms. Kaptur said. “It’s this kind of innovative, and life-changing research that gives hope to millions. This is a testament to UT’s role as a leader in medical science, and innovative research.”
First Published September 5, 2024, 7:12 p.m.
