Developing models to study urinary tract infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Official title: Task A82: Murine Models of UTI Caused by Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
Funded at Pharmacology Discovery Services Taiwan, LTD. · NIH-11250927 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on better ways to understand and treat urinary tract infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria, which could help patients facing these tough infections in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pharmacology Discovery Services Taiwan, LTD. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Taipei City, Taiwan) |
| Project start | July 19, 2023 |
| Project end | February 27, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $141,700 |
| NIH project number | 272201700020I-P00004-759302300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11250927 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recurrent urinary tract infections, particularly those caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with UTIs caused by non-resistant bacteria may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and improving models that simulate urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics. By using these models, researchers aim to evaluate potential treatments and countermeasures against these infections. Patients may benefit from advancements in understanding how to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria, which is a growing public health concern. The research will involve laboratory studies primarily using murine (mouse) models to mimic human infections.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatment options for patients suffering from antibiotic-resistant urinary tract infections.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using animal models to study antibiotic resistance, indicating that this approach is both valid and valuable.
Where this research is happening
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Pharmacology Discovery Services Taiwan, LTD.
New Taipei City, Taiwan Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gallacher, Anthony — Pharmacology Discovery Services Taiwan, LTD.
- Study coordinator: Gallacher, Anthony
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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.