Creating new tests for dangerous infections and antibiotic resistance
Official title: Development of In Vitro Diagnostics for Biodefense, Antimicrobial Resistant Infections(AMR), and Emerging Infectious Diseases
Funded at Ge Medical Systems Information Technologies, INC · NIH-11196801 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new ways to quickly and accurately find germs that can cause serious illnesses, helping doctors diagnose infections faster and improve treatment for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ge Medical Systems Information Technologies, INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Niskayuna, United States) |
| Project start | September 18, 2024 |
| Project end | September 17, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $4,211,973 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024C00051-0-9999-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11196801 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk for infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria or emerging pathogens.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with infections that are already well-managed by existing diagnostic methods may not receive additional benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced diagnostic technologies to detect pathogens that pose biothreats and those responsible for emerging infectious diseases. It aims to enhance the performance of nucleic acid sequencing methods and improve the detection of proteins in blood and other biofluids. By refining these diagnostic tools, the research seeks to enable quicker and more accurate identification of infections, which can lead to better patient management and treatment outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster and more accurate diagnoses of serious infections, improving treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in developing similar diagnostic technologies, indicating a potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
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Ge Medical Systems Information Technologies, INC
Niskayuna, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lenigk, Ralf — Ge Medical Systems Information Technologies, INC
- Study coordinator: Lenigk, Ralf
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.