Funded Grants
The ALS Association announced the first clinical management research grant awardees in 1998. Since then, 22 research projects have been funded, 17 of which are completed.
Currently Funded Grants
Average Volume Assured Pressure Support (AVAPS) in ALS Patients with Nocturnal Hypoventilation: A Randomized Crossover Trial
Current Grants
Jonathan Katz, MD
ALS and Airway Clearance (ALSAC): Is There a Best Therapy for Airway Clearance in Patients with ALS?
Current Grants
A Randomized Crossover Study of standard NIPPV and low expiratory pressure NIPPV in ALS patients
Current Grants
Kirsten Gruis, MD, Assistant Professor
Completed Grants
The Measurement and Treatment of Respiratory Impairment in Patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Completed Grants
Charles Weiner, MD
The Impact of Enteral Nutritional Support on the Quality of Life
Completed Grants
Michael Strong, MD
The Effects of a Strengthening Program on Maximum Voluntary Isometric Contraction, Functional Abilities, Fatigue and Quality of Life in Patients with ALS
Completed Grants
Standard of Practice vs Polysomnography-Directed Nocturnal Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation in Preserving Respiratory Function and Quality of Life in ALS
Completed Grants
Robert C. Basner, MD
Randomized Placebo-Controlled Crossover Trial with Delta 9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) for the Treatment of Cramps in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Completed Grants
Markus Weber , MD
Personal Hope and the Family Milieu: Impact on Medical Decision-Making and Quality of Life
Completed Grants
Edward J. Kasarskis, MD, PhD
Optimizing NIPPV Use for Patients with ALS: Pennsylvania Consortium
Completed Grants
Steven M. Albert Ph.D
Diaphragm Training (DT) in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Completed Grants
Development of Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines for Caregivers of Individuals with ALS and Cognitive Impairment: Pilot Study of an Educational Approach
Completed Grants
Zachary Simmons, MD
Assessment of Nutritional Needs in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Completed Grants
A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study of Safety and Efficacy of Botulinum Toxin type B in Sialorrhea in ALS
Completed Grants
A Prospective Study of Rapid CT Cerebral Blood Flow Imaging in the Detection of Cognitive Impairment in Sporadic ALS
Completed Grants
A Comparison of early versus conventional initiation of non-invasive positive ventilation pressure ventilation (NPPV) in ALS
Completed Grants
Carlayne Jackson, MD
Updated December 2011
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