Analyzing and sharing data on viruses in the human body
Official title: Data Analysis & Submission Core
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10990015 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the viruses in our bodies to see how they change and affect our health over time, and it's for both kids and adults who want to learn more about how these viruses work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2025 |
| Project end | January 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $450,638 |
| NIH project number | 1U54AG089323-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10990015 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children and adults who are willing to provide biological samples for virome analysis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a virome-related condition or those who are not willing to participate in sample collection may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on collecting and validating data related to the virome, which includes viruses present in the human body. The team will utilize advanced bioinformatics and statistical methods to analyze samples from both children and adults, examining how these viruses interact within different body systems over time. By processing various types of sequencing data, the research aims to uncover patterns in virome stability and evolution, contributing to a better understanding of viral impacts on health. The findings will be shared with public repositories to enhance collaborative research efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding of viral interactions in the human body, potentially informing better health strategies and treatments.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using bioinformatics approaches to analyze virome data, indicating that this methodology is promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Hongzhe — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Lee, Hongzhe
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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.