Neurological Research

Current Research Study

Neuroinvasive West Nile Virus (WNV) Infections

West Nile virus infection of the central nervous system (WNV-CNS) is a potentially life-threatening and/or debilitating illness. The neurobehavioral and functional consequences of WNV-CNS are incompletely understood. With support from a grant by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the SRH research team is engaged in a multi-year study that will provide much needed information about the long-term effects of WNV-CNS on the physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral health, as well as the functional independence and quality of life, of persons with this condition. Findings from this study will be used to develop treatment strategies to improve long-term outcomes among persons with WNV-CNS.

Select Publications

Viral encephalitis: neuropsychiatric and neurobehavioral aspects Read Research Abstract>>

The neuropsychiatry of pathologic affect: an approach to evaluation and treatment Read Research Abstract>>

Psychosis due to neurological conditions Read Research Abstract>>

Suicide in neurological illnesses Read Research Abstract>>

For information on any of these studies, please contact David Arciniegas, M.D., or Kim Frey, M.S., study coordinator, at 303.363.5155.