A new portable test for measuring HIV viral load
Official title: Point-of-care HIV viral load system using RPA and MXR
Funded at Redbud Labs, INC. · NIH-10665089 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a quick and easy test for measuring HIV viral load, so people living with HIV, especially in rural areas, can better track how well their treatment is working without needing to go to a lab.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Redbud Labs, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 1, 2019 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $950,372 |
| NIH project number | 5R44MH132130-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10665089 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV, particularly those in rural areas with limited access to laboratory testing.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not living with HIV or those who have access to centralized testing facilities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a rapid, point-of-care test that measures HIV viral load, which is crucial for monitoring the effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy. The project aims to create a compact and user-friendly device that can be used in rural areas, where access to centralized laboratories is limited. By collaborating with PATH, the research will finalize the test cartridge and device, ensuring accurate results that can be validated against established standards. The goal is to make HIV monitoring more accessible and efficient for patients who face barriers to traditional testing methods.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with easier access to accurate HIV viral load testing, leading to better management of their treatment.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in developing portable testing technologies, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Redbud Labs, INC.
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fisher, Jay Kenneth — Redbud Labs, INC.
- Study coordinator: Fisher, Jay Kenneth
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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.