A center focused on advancing microbiome research in Puerto Rico.
Official title: Puerto Rico Center for Microbiome Sciences
Funded at University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences · NIH-11019159 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about creating a special center at the University of Puerto Rico to help researchers learn more about how tiny microbes in our bodies affect our health, and it's designed to support new scientists and encourage teamwork to tackle important health questions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Juan, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $2,447,771 |
| NIH project number | 1P20GM156713-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11019159 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in microbiome-related health issues or those living in the Caribbean region.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not residing in the Caribbean or those not affected by microbiome-related health conditions may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Puerto Rico Center for Microbiome Sciences aims to enhance research capabilities at the University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus. This center will serve as a hub for innovative microbiome research, providing essential resources and support for data production and analysis. It will foster the development of new researchers and promote interdisciplinary collaborations to address significant biomedical questions. By establishing a dedicated Microbiome Research Core, the center will facilitate cutting-edge studies that could lead to breakthroughs in understanding the microbiome's role in health and disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in understanding how the microbiome affects health, potentially improving treatment options for various conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on microbiome studies have shown promise, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
San Juan, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Godoy-Vitorino, Filipa — University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
- Study coordinator: Godoy-Vitorino, Filipa
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.