Program Office: National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR)

CFDA Number: 84.133N
Program Type: Discretionary/Competitive Grants
Also Known As: SCI

The NIDRR Model Systems are specialized programs of care in spinal cord injury (SCI), traumatic brain injury (TBI) and burn injury, which gather information and conduct research with the goal of improving long-term functional, vocational, cognitive, and quality-of-life outcomes for individuals with disabilities in these areas. Model System grantees contribute data to national statistical centers that track the long-term consequences of SCI, TBI and burn injuries, and conduct research in the areas of medical rehabilitation, health and wellness, service delivery, short- and long-term interventions, and systems research. Each Model System also is charged with disseminating information and research findings to patients, family members, health-care providers, educators, policymakers and the general public.

Specifically, this one of the Model Systems programs provides assistance for demonstration projects that provide comprehensive rehabilitation services to individuals with spinal cord injuries. Demonstration projects that support spinal cord research also are funded.