NIH-funded research NIH-funded research

Developing and producing new vaccines for infectious diseases.

Official title: Vaccine Manufacturing and Characterization Services

Funded at International AIDS Vaccine Initiative · NIH-9724120 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is all about creating and testing new vaccines to help protect people from infectious diseases, including those that could come from bioterrorism or drug-resistant germs, so that patients can have better options for staying healthy.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionInternational AIDS Vaccine Initiative
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (New York, United States)
Project startMay 15, 2018
Project endMay 14, 2028
Funding year2018
Award (this year)$60,322
NIH project number272201800010I-0-27200001-1
Project IDNIH-9724120 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals at risk for emerging infectious diseases or those affected by drug-resistant pathogens.

Less likely to help

Patients with established vaccines for their conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on the manufacturing and characterization of vaccines and biologics aimed at combating infectious diseases, including those that may arise from bioterrorism and drug-resistant pathogens. It involves planning and optimizing vaccine development, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and conducting clinical studies. Patients may benefit from the development of new vaccines that could protect against emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the introduction of effective vaccines that protect against serious infectious diseases.

How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in developing vaccines using similar manufacturing and characterization approaches, indicating a promising path forward.

Where this research is happening

  • International AIDS Vaccine Initiative
    New York, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Hassell, Thomas — International AIDS Vaccine Initiative
  • Study coordinator: Hassell, Thomas

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About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.
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