A repository for storing and distributing biological specimens related to HIV research.
NIAID Specimen Repository
This study is all about collecting and sharing samples from people with HIV to help researchers find better treatments and vaccines, so everyone can benefit from the latest discoveries in fighting the virus.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Precision Bioservices, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Frederick, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11189219 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The NIAID Specimen Repository (NSR) collects, stores, and distributes biological specimens from various clinical trials and observational studies focused on HIV. This repository houses over 8 million specimens collected over many years, primarily from significant studies like the Women’s Interagency HIV Study and the Multicenter AIDS Cohort Study. By maintaining these specimens, the NSR supports ongoing and future research aimed at understanding and combating HIV/AIDS. Patients can benefit from this research as it provides critical resources for developing new treatments and vaccines.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in HIV-related clinical trials or those who have provided biological specimens for research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in HIV research or do not have HIV-related conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to advancements in HIV treatment and vaccine development, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives utilizing specimen repositories have shown success in advancing our understanding of HIV and developing effective treatments.
Where this research is happening
Frederick, United States
- Precision Bioservices, INC. — Frederick, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Phippard, Deborah — Precision Bioservices, INC.
- Study coordinator: Phippard, Deborah
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.