Developing home-based technologies for diagnosing and managing HIV/AIDS and infectious diseases.
Technology Core - The Center for Innovation in Point-of-Care Technologies for HIV/AIDS and Emerging Infectious Diseases at Northwestern University (C-THAN)
This study is working on creating easy-to-use and affordable testing devices for HIV/AIDS and other infections, especially for communities in sub-Saharan Africa, so that people can get quick results without needing a lot of medical equipment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10930120 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating innovative point-of-care (POC) technologies specifically designed for the diagnosis and management of HIV/AIDS and related infectious diseases in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. The approach emphasizes developing user-friendly, low-cost devices that can operate in resource-limited settings without the need for extensive medical infrastructure. These technologies will be designed to provide rapid results, require minimal training for local operators, and include features for self-calibration and error diagnosis. The initiative also aims to foster local technology development by supporting home-grown solutions tailored to the needs of these communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in low- and middle-income countries who are at risk for or affected by HIV/AIDS and related infectious diseases.
Not a fit: Patients living in high-resource settings with established healthcare infrastructure may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to timely and accurate HIV/AIDS diagnostics and management in underserved regions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in developing point-of-care technologies for infectious diseases, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- Northwestern University — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcfall, Sally Maureen — Northwestern University
- Study coordinator: Mcfall, Sally Maureen
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.