Research Studies
A cornerstone of the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine (INIM) is our collaborative approach, bringing together patient care, clinical research, laboratory science, and systems biology under one roof.
People participate in research for many reasons, often driven by a desire to contribute to scientific advancement and improve the lives of others. Whether living with an illness or serving as a healthy control, volunteers play an indispensable role in expanding our knowledge of health and disease.
Through their participation, individuals like you power groundbreaking discoveries that shape future generations' well-being. Clinical research simply cannot progress without the dedication of patient and healthy volunteers.
Gulf War Illness
Uncover the complexities of GWI and its potential causes. Learn how research is paving the way for potential treatments.
Long COVID
Facing lingering effects after COVID-19? Explore the science behind Long COVID and how INIM is working to find solutions.
ME/CFS
Discover how INIM is unraveling the mysteries of ME/CFS and working towards a brighter future for patients.Safety Measures
Ensuring participant and staff safety is our priority. We monitor operations closely, maintaining regular communication with enrolled participants. Recruitment for studies continues as we strive to advance knowledge and care for complex neuro-inflammatory illnesses.
Meet Our Team
Amanpreet Cheema, Ph.D.
Director of Research Operations, Administrative Director
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Fanny Collado, R.N.
Clinical Research Nurse Executive
Devra Cohen
Project Manager
Project Manager Regulatory Affairs (COVID-UPP)
Jeffry Cournoyer, ATC
Exercise Physiologist
Nancy Klimas, M.D.
PI Phenotyping Study (COVID-UPP)
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Ana Palacio, M.D.
PI Longitudinal Study (COVID-UPP)
Patrick Hardigan, Ph.D.
PI and Data Statistician (COVID-UPP)
Max Barbosa Mendoza
Data Analyst (COVID-UPP)
Luis Salgueiro, Ph.D.
Research Associate
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Alejandro Montealegre, B.S.N., R.N.
Clinical Research Associate II
Mayra Vidro, M.P.H. CCRC
Clinical Research Associate II
Kamoly Dorneles, B.S.
Clinical Research Coordinator I
Quality Control Specialist (COVID-UPP)
Rafael Iglesias
Clinical Research Associate I
Juanita Reyes
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Phenotyping Study Coordinator (COVID-UPP)
Nicole Velasquez
Study/Program Coordinator
Longitudinal Study Coordinator (COVID-UPP)
Shuntae Parnell
Scheduler/Recruiter
Regia Saldana
Research Coordinator
Oleksandra Shchebet, M.D.
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Enriqueta Molinares
Manager - Research Lab
Korinne Rodriguez, B.A., M.A.
Senior Research Associate/Program Manager
Project Manager Operations (COVID-UPP)
Jimmy Arocho
GWICTIC Research Assistant I
GWICTIC Patient Advocacy Committee, Chair
Research Funding
We extend our sincere gratitude to our dedicated funders, including the Department of Defense (DoD), CDC, Miami VA, NIH, and private partners. Their invaluable support fuels our mission to unravel the complexities of neuro-inflammatory illnesses. Through their generous contributions, we are able to conduct critical clinical trials and develop innovative interventions that drive groundbreaking discoveries and improved patient outcomes.
Get in Touch
Ft. Lauderdale-Davie
Center for Collaborative Research, 4th Floor
7595 SW 33rd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
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Kendall
Kendall Village Center
Professional Arts Bldg., Suite 111
8501 SW 124th Avenue
Miami, FL 33183
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Phone:
(954) 275-5450
Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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