Developing hamster models to study human adenoviruses
Task A09: Hamster Model for Human Adenovirus
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY · NIH-11197723
This study is working on improving hamster models to help us learn more about adenoviruses, which can cause infections in people, so we can find better treatments for those affected.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11197723 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and improving hamster models to better understand human adenoviruses, which are responsible for various infectious diseases. By using these models, researchers aim to evaluate potential treatments and countermeasures against adenoviral infections. Patients may benefit from advancements in therapeutic agents that could arise from this work, as it seeks to enhance our understanding of how these viruses affect humans and how to combat them effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would be individuals affected by adenoviral infections or those at risk of such infections.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to adenoviral infections may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more effective treatments for adenoviral infections in humans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using animal models to study infectious diseases, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES
- SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY — SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: TOTH, KAROLY — SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: TOTH, KAROLY
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.
Conditions: infectious disease model