Annual meeting focused on Rickettsiales bacteria and their impact on health
Official title: Annual meeting of the American Society for Rickettsiology
Funded at University of Nebraska Medical Center · NIH-10907071 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is about organizing a friendly meeting for scientists who study certain bacteria that can make people sick, where they can share their discoveries and work together, while also making sure everyone feels welcome and included.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nebraska Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Omaha, United States) |
| Project start | July 5, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $11,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AI183714-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10907071 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include young investigators and trainees in the field of infectious diseases, particularly those focusing on Rickettsiales.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or research settings related to infectious diseases may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research involves organizing the annual meeting of the American Society for Rickettsiology, which brings together scientists studying Rickettsiales, bacteria that can cause serious health issues. The meeting will feature presentations from both established and early-career researchers, allowing them to share their findings and foster collaboration. It aims to promote diversity and inclusivity in the field while providing a platform for trainees to present their work. The event will also include discussions on cross-disciplinary research to enhance understanding of these bacteria.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of diseases caused by Rickettsiales bacteria.
How similar studies have gone: Previous meetings and conferences in related fields have successfully fostered collaboration and advancements in understanding infectious diseases.
Where this research is happening
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University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gilk, Stacey D — University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Gilk, Stacey D
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.