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Developing better medications for children with HIV

Official title: Expertise in Development of Pediatric Drug Formulations

Funded at Advanced Bioscience Laboratories, INC. · NIH-10927009 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is working on developing safe and effective medicines for children with HIV, teaming up with scientists and companies to create new treatments that can help kids stay healthy.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionAdvanced Bioscience Laboratories, INC.
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Kensington, United States)
Project startSeptember 1, 2023
Project endAugust 31, 2030
Funding year2023
Award (this year)$408,668
NIH project number75N93023D00001-0-759302300003-1
Project IDNIH-10927009 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-21 who are living with HIV or are at risk of HIV infection.

Less likely to help

Patients who are not within the pediatric age range or those without any risk factors for HIV may not benefit from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on creating effective drug formulations specifically designed for children, particularly those affected by HIV. It aims to support the development of new therapeutics and prevention products through collaboration with various scientific and private sector partners. By providing essential research materials and preclinical development support, the project seeks to advance promising products into clinical testing, ensuring they are safe and effective for pediatric use.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and preventive measures for children living with or at risk of HIV.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in developing pediatric formulations for other conditions, indicating potential for similar advancements in HIV treatment.

Where this research is happening

  • Advanced Bioscience Laboratories, INC.
    Kensington, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Silvera, Peter — Advanced Bioscience Laboratories, INC.
  • Study coordinator: Silvera, Peter

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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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