Cell Therapy
Therapies to minimize further damage and inflammation.
Research
Areas
Of Research
PARALYSIS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE.
It can happen to anyone at any time. Miami Project researchers are studying paralysis from basic science through clinical application in order to help those living with paralysis.
Exercise Science
How participating in exercise and physical activity influences heart and function.
Fertility
Potential causes of infertility among men who have sustained a spinal cord injury.
Neurophysiology
Uncovering the types of neurotransmitters that are important for motor functions.
Neuroplasticity
Neuroplasticity is the nervous system’s ability to adapt its structure and reorganize itself to form new neural pathways.
Neuroprotection
Researchers studying neuroprotection at The Miami Project are identifying the early and progressive injury processes that occur after spinal cord injury and result in irreversible damage.
Neuroregeneration
Neuroregeneration research is aimed at promoting the regrowth and repair of nervous system tissues.
Nutrition
Several Miami Project researchers are evaluating the role that nutrition and nutritional supplements may have on improving function after spinal cord injury.
Pain
Many people with spinal cord injury experience long-lasting pain that can be severe and debilitating.
Spasticity
Spasticity is a common complication following spinal cord injury, and can interfere with daily activities and affect the quality of life.
Traumatic Brain Injury
A significant proportion of spinal cord injured people also have a traumatic brain injury.
A message from scientific leadership.
The Miami Project’s international team of over 200 scientists, researchers, clinicians, and support staff is dedicated to improving quality of life and, ultimately, finding a cure for paralysis. Miami Project researchers are currently conducting numerous clinical trials in spinal cord injury, including therapeutic hypothermia, autologous Schwann cell transplantation, Riluzole, and brain machine interfaces. Other areas of current research include immune modulation, neurorepair and regeneration,neuroplasticity, and drug discovery.
SCI Publications
and Resources
Stay Up To Date
The Project Magazine
The Project, published bi-annually, is the official magazine of The Miami Project and The Buoniconti Fund and are available electronically. Our Annual Research Review summarizes a selection of research publications from the past year.
SCI Resources
Paralysis was founded more than 30 years ago, our scientists have been focused on restoring function to people with spinal cord injury (SCI)…
Remote Exposure to Neurotrauma Research
The Miami Project Remote Exposure to Neurotrauma Research Program is a fully remote, “do at your own pace” version of our remote summer sessions.
Meet Our Scientific Leaders
Barth A. Green, M.D.
W. Dalton Dietrich, III, Ph.D.
Allan D. Levi, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S.
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Miami Project Wednesday Seminar Series
Gail F. Beach Memorial Lecture Series
WEDNESDAY MARCH 4, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Via Zoom
The Gail F. Beach Memorial Visiting Lectureship Series has brought many renowned neuroscientists from all over the world to our campus.
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Our Team
Principal Investigator, Rehabilitation Strategies in Brain and Spinal Cord Injury
The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis/Department of Neurological Surgery/Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine and College of Engineering are seeking outstanding applicants at the Assistant, Associate or full Professor levels. A significant record of academic accomplishment and the potential to attract independent research funding are important considerations for these tenure track positions. The Miami Project offers excellent basic science, translational, and clinical research programs directed toward study of central and peripheral nervous system damage and development of novel treatments to promote functional recovery.
Postdoctoral Associates
Our Postdoctoral Programs offer the opportunity for candidates to perform research in a scientifically diverse setting and contribute to the overall research efforts taking place in our facility. Individuals are considered on the basis of education, certifications, and/or relevant work experience. Candidates must also demonstrate willingness in furthering the continuing scientific and technological success of The Miami Project.
Graduate Students
The Miami Project’s affiliation with the University of Miami Graduate Neuroscience Program makes it a prime location for the mentoring of eager students.
Graduate students in the UM Neuroscience program are trained in cellular, molecular, and integrative neuroscience and have the option of choosing mentors from among Miami Project faculty.