A core facility focused on virology research.
Core B: Virology Core
This study is all about learning more about viruses and how they affect our health, and it's designed to help patients by finding better ways to understand and treat viral infections through teamwork with different research groups.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11290934 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research involves a specialized facility dedicated to studying viruses and their effects on health. It aims to provide essential resources and expertise to support various virology-related projects. Patients may benefit from advancements in understanding viral infections and potential treatments that arise from this research. The approach includes collaboration with multiple research teams to enhance the overall knowledge of virology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit would include individuals affected by viral infections or those at risk of such infections.
Not a fit: Patients with non-viral related health issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and preventive measures for viral infections.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in virology has shown significant advancements in understanding and treating viral diseases, indicating a strong potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston Children's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Valencia, Sarah M — Boston Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Valencia, Sarah M
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.