A core team to support research on coccidioidomycosis
Administrative Core
This study is all about building a supportive team to help doctors and scientists work together better on coccidioidomycosis, a fungal infection, by improving how they share information and resources, so they can make more progress in understanding and treating the condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11004659 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating an administrative core that supports a coalition of clinicians and scientists working on coccidioidomycosis, a fungal infection. The core will manage resources, ensure regulatory compliance, and facilitate communication among various research projects. It aims to streamline the flow of clinical samples and data sharing, ultimately enhancing the productivity of research efforts. Regular meetings and an advisory board will be established to oversee the progress and resolve any conflicts that arise.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals affected by coccidioidomycosis or those involved in related clinical research.
Not a fit: Patients not affected by coccidioidomycosis or those not involved in clinical research may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved coordination and efficiency in coccidioidomycosis research, potentially accelerating the development of effective treatments.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative in its administrative focus, similar collaborative research efforts have shown success in enhancing research productivity in other medical fields.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Butte, Manish J — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Butte, Manish J
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.