A coordination center for infectious disease modeling and data collection related to COVID-19.
MIDAS Coordination Center - Year 6-10
This study is working to make better tools for scientists who model how diseases spread, especially after COVID-19, so that public health can respond more effectively, which could help keep everyone healthier in the long run.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10867695 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the Models of Infectious Disease Agent Study (MIDAS) network, which has expanded significantly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The MIDAS Coordination Center (MCC) at the University of Pittsburgh supports a community of infectious disease modelers by providing resources, curated COVID-19 data, and facilitating collaboration through webinars and workshops. The project aims to improve the rigor and reproducibility of infectious disease modeling efforts, ultimately aiding public health responses. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved modeling that informs public health strategies and interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals affected by or at risk for infectious diseases, particularly during pandemics like COVID-19.
Not a fit: Patients with non-infectious diseases or those not impacted by infectious disease modeling may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective public health responses to infectious diseases, ultimately improving patient outcomes during pandemics.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on infectious disease modeling have shown success in improving public health responses, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hochheiser, Harry S — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Hochheiser, Harry S
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 below.