Creating a center to study the microbiome's role in health and disease
Official title: Oklahoma Center for Microbiology Research
Funded at Oklahoma State University Stillwater · NIH-11014466 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about setting up a new center in Oklahoma to help scientists learn how the tiny microbes in our bodies affect our health, and it’s designed to support new researchers in their work while encouraging teamwork and sharing ideas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oklahoma State University Stillwater NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stillwater, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $781,190 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM152333-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11014466 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in microbiome-related health issues or those with conditions influenced by microbiome factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to microbiome health may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to establish the Oklahoma Center for Microbiome Research (OCMR), focusing on understanding how the microbiome influences human health and disease. The center will provide essential administrative support and resources to help early-stage researchers develop their projects. By coordinating various research activities, career development events, and mentoring, the OCMR seeks to foster a collaborative environment that enhances research excellence. The initiative will also involve monitoring progress and success to ensure effective outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights into how the microbiome affects health, potentially improving disease prevention and treatment strategies.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on the microbiome have shown promising results, indicating that this approach has potential for significant advancements in understanding health and disease.
Where this research is happening
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Oklahoma State University Stillwater
Stillwater, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Conway, Tyrrell — Oklahoma State University Stillwater
- Study coordinator: Conway, Tyrrell
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.