Wings For Life
Wings for Life is a private research foundation dedicated to advancing basic and clinical research into spinal cord injury, with the aim of improving patient outcomes. The foundation funds groundbreaking research projects worldwide that focus on both protecting nerve cells and restoring function after spinal cord injury.
Focus areas of the research
Wings for Life supports projects in various areas to maximize the chance of finding a cure for spinal cord injuries. These areas include : wingsforlife.com
• Neuroprotection and secondary damage : Protection of intact cells and prevention of further damage after injury.
• Nerve regeneration and plasticity : Stimulate the growth and reconnection of nerve cells to restore lost functions.
• Injury-related functional deficits : Understanding and addressing the functional limitations that arise following spinal cord injury
Preferably, these studies focus on mechanisms that are present or validated in humans, and use mammalian models to ensure relevance for human applications.
Support for clinical research
In addition to basic research, Wings for Life also supports clinical research projects aimed at:
• Spinal cord injury management : Developing treatments and interventions that improve patient care.
• Other areas related to traumatic spinal cord injury : Essential aspects contributing to neurological and functional recovery.
Preference is given to projects that clearly translate
enable laboratory research into clinical applications and that potentially
provide real benefits for patients with spinal cord injury. In particular,
the focus has been on chronic spinal cord injury, of which
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Innovative approaches
Wings for Life is open to innovative approaches, such as the use of exoskeletons and brain-spine interfaces, provided that the focus is on their application in the context of rehabilitation and neuroplasticity. It is important to note that projects that focus solely on technological development without a clear link to functional recovery will not be eligible for funding.
For more information about the research program and funding opportunities, please visit the official Wings for Life research website
