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Walter Reed Army Institute of Research
Research Services
Silver Spring, Maryland 9,719 followers
Defense Health | Global Health
About us
WRAIR provides unique research capabilities and innovative medical solutions to a range of Force Health Protection and Readiness challenges currently facing U.S. Service Members, along with threats anticipated during future operations. Through both times of peace and war, infectious diseases have killed, sickened, and disabled far more Service Members than bombs and bullets. WRAIR has created a model of vaccine and therapeutic development that is unique, nimble, and responsive to dynamically evolving infectious disease threats of military importance. WRAIR, with its unparalleled expertise, facilities, and international network, has developed many vaccines and drugs in use today by military and civilian medicine around the globe. In addition to protecting against infectious disease threats, WRAIR conducts basic and applied research that promotes psychological resilience, enhances neurological functioning, and improves operational readiness among U.S. Service Members. By using a continuum of research from basic science to applied field studies, WRAIR creates innovative solutions to enhance Service Members’ resilience and recovery. Research in military psychiatry and neuroscience has been an integral part of WRAIR's portfolio for more than 70 years. WRAIR researchers are recognized leaders in operational medical research for the military in a number of fields, including brain trauma, blast exposure, deployment stressors, and sleep management.
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https://www.wrair.health.mil/
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- Research Services
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- Silver Spring, Maryland
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- 1893
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Civilians play an integral role in the success of the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research global enterprise. From the scientist to the support staff, their selfless service is crucial to the unit discovering, designing, developing, and delivering globally impactful solutions in support of the warfighter. Check back throughout the month to hear their stories. Today, we spotlight a Center for Military Psychiatry and Neuroscience researcher who plays a pivotal role in enhancing resilience for the Warfighter and their families.
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Our preclinical study with Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) shows promising results for treating penetrating traumatic brain injury (TBI). This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of our hemostatic gel technology in treating TBI. Why does this matter? Penetrating TBI (such as from a gunshot or shrapnel) is the most severe form of traumatic head injury and can lead to death, permanent disability, neurodegenerative diseases, and long-term health issues. Since the DOD began tracking and reporting the number of service members diagnosed with TBI, a total of 492,167 service members sustained one or more TBIs, 5,766 of which were classified as penetrating TBI. "TBIs significantly impact the health, preparedness, and resilience of military personnel," said Dr. Anke Scultetus, WRAIR. "The results of this study with Cresilon are encouraging as we work to deliver solutions for medical personnel and our injured service members." Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e6zG4jN8 #TraumaticBrainInjury #HealthcareInnovation #EmergencyMedicine #TRAUMAGEL
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June 19-21, 2024: Makerere University Walter Reed Project hosted the inaugural #DELIVERWorkshop in Kampala. The workshop was attended by participants from institutions in Brazil, Nigeria, Mozambique, Tanzania, Kenya, Thailand, the Philippines, and Uganda. At the workshop, the institutions in attendance showcased their capabilities in #HIVCureResearch and reflected on what is required to conduct #HIVCureTrials as part of the efforts towards an #HIVCure. Walter Reed Army Institute of Research HJF Medical Research International LoveYourself Inc. AVAC
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On International Day of the Tropics, we highlight our 63-year-partnership with the Royal Thai Army to research and develop countermeasure against endemic infectious diseases. Today, WRAIR-AFRIMS (Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Sciences) delivers impactful solutions to the region by tracking infectious disease threats across the Indo-Pacific, advancing the production of highly regulated medical countermeasures, and strengthening strategic partnerships to support global health objectives.
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BE ALL YOU CAN BE is more than a slogan, it’s a way of life. SSG Francis committed to the challenge of being the first family member to serve as U.S. Army Soldier and has since excelled as a Medical Logistics Specialist at WRAIR. Hear more of his story as we continue to celebrate #ArmyHeritageMonth.