Building a laboratory for studying dangerous viruses
Official title: A Biosafety Level 3 Laboratory for Viral Pathogens
Funded at Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester · NIH-11015724 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about building a safe lab where scientists can better understand and find treatments for viruses like COVID-19, so they can help keep everyone healthier in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 16, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $7,857,615 |
| NIH project number | 1C06OD037781-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11015724 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by viral infections, particularly those related to COVID-19 and other severe viral diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-viral conditions or those not affected by the specific viral pathogens being studied may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on constructing a specialized laboratory designed to safely study viral pathogens, including those responsible for COVID-19 and other serious diseases. The facility will enhance the capacity for in vitro research on hazardous viruses, allowing scientists to conduct critical experiments that can lead to better understanding and treatment of viral infections. By expanding the laboratory space, researchers aim to accommodate increased demand for studies on various viral pathogens, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and other emerging threats.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved methods for diagnosing and treating viral infections, ultimately enhancing public health responses to future pandemics.
How similar studies have gone: Other research institutions have successfully developed BSL-3 laboratories, demonstrating the effectiveness of this approach in advancing viral pathogen research.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
Worcester, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kornfeld, Hardy — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Kornfeld, Hardy
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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.