Building a center for microbiome research in Puerto Rico
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences · NIH-11019160 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a center to explore how tiny microbes in our bodies affect our health, helping both people and animals, while also supporting researchers and building partnerships to improve health in Puerto Rico.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Juan, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $608,729 |
| NIH project number | 1P20GM156713-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11019160 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals interested in microbiome health and those affected by conditions influenced by microbiomes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to microbiome health may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to establish a comprehensive center focused on microbiome research that impacts both human and animal health. It will support the development of independent researchers and enhance research infrastructure through various programs, including career development and community engagement. The center will also facilitate collaborations among academic, industry, and government partners to foster a knowledge-based economy in Puerto Rico. Patients may benefit from advancements in understanding how microbiomes affect health and disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes through better understanding and treatment of microbiome-related conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in microbiome studies, indicating potential for impactful findings in this area.
Where this research is happening
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University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
San Juan, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Godoy-Vitorino, Filipa — University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
- Study coordinator: Godoy-Vitorino, Filipa
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.