Developing animal models for infectious diseases
PRECLINICAL MODELS OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES: APP ACTIVITIES
This study is working on creating small animal models to help researchers find and test new treatments for infectious diseases, which could lead to better care for patients during pandemics.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Colorado State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Collins, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10703284 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and standardizing small animal models to study infectious diseases. By developing these models, researchers can test the effectiveness of potential therapeutic products and ensure they meet regulatory standards for licensure. The approach involves rigorous efficacy testing and good laboratory practices (GLP) to support the development of treatments for infectious diseases, particularly in the context of pandemics. Patients may benefit indirectly from this research as it aims to improve the understanding and treatment of infectious diseases.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by infectious diseases or those at risk of pandemics.
Not a fit: Patients with non-infectious diseases or those not affected by pandemics may not receive any direct benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for infectious diseases, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in developing animal models for infectious diseases, indicating that this approach is both tested and valuable.
Where this research is happening
Fort Collins, United States
- Colorado State University — Fort Collins, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bowen, Richard Arnold — Colorado State University
- Study coordinator: Bowen, Richard Arnold
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 below.