Developing models to study urinary tract infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Task A82: Murine Models of UTI Caused by Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
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 ID | NIH-11250927 on NIH RePORTER |
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.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recurrent urinary tract infections, particularly those caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Not a fit: Patients with UTIs caused by non-resistant bacteria may not benefit from this research.
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 performed: 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
New Taipei City, Taiwan
- Pharmacology Discovery Services Taiwan, LTD. — New Taipei City, Taiwan (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gallacher, Anthony — Pharmacology Discovery Services Taiwan, LTD.
- Study coordinator: Gallacher, Anthony
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.