Spinal cord injury research programs funding

Act 77 of 2001, § 909.1, under TOBACCO SETTLEMENT ACT.

Act 77 of 2001, § 909.1

Section 909.1. Spinal cord injury research programs funding.

(a) Eligible institutions.--An institution that conducts research on spinal cord injuries in this Commonwealth shall be eligible to receive a grant under section 906(3).

(b) Eligible research.--Grants shall be awarded to conduct research into new and innovative treatments and rehabilitative efforts for the functional improvement of people with spinal cord injuries, which may include, but are not limited to:

(1) pharmaceuticals;

(2) medical devices;

(3) brain stimulus; and

(4) rehabilitative approaches and techniques.

(c) Additional funds.--The department may solicit funds to supplement grants awarded for spinal cord injury research under section 906(3).

(909.1 added Oct. 24, 2018, P.L.783, No.126)