Analyzing immune memory cells in the body
Official title: Core D: Bmem Analysis Core
Funded at Boston Children's Hospital · NIH-11290937 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at special immune cells that help your body remember past infections, and it hopes to find ways to make better vaccines and treatments for different diseases that could help you stay healthy.
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 start | April 1, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $386,400 |
| NIH project number | 5P01AI089618-13 |
| Project ID | NIH-11290937 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with a history of infections or those interested in vaccine responses.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with no history of infections or those not interested in immune response research may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the analysis of B memory cells, which are crucial for the immune system's ability to remember past infections and respond effectively. By examining these cells, the research aims to understand how they function and contribute to long-term immunity. Patients may benefit from insights gained that could lead to improved vaccines and therapies for various diseases. The methodology involves advanced laboratory techniques to assess the characteristics and behavior of these immune cells.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance vaccine development and improve immune responses in patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding immune memory cells, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kuraoka, Masayuki — Boston Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Kuraoka, Masayuki
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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.