Developing models to understand infectious diseases.
Official title: Pre-Clinical Models of Infectious Diseases
Funded at Jackson Laboratory · NIH-11197633 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on building models that mimic infectious diseases to help scientists learn how they work and find better treatments, which could lead to improved options for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Jackson Laboratory NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bar Harbor, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 14, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024D00023-0-759302400001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11197633 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals at risk of infectious diseases or those involved in clinical trials for new treatments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-infectious diseases or those not at risk for infectious diseases may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating pre-clinical models that simulate infectious diseases to better understand their mechanisms and potential treatments. By using these models, researchers aim to evaluate the effectiveness of medical countermeasures against various infectious agents. Patients may benefit from advancements in treatment options that arise from the insights gained through these models, which could lead to more effective therapies and preventive measures.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and preventive strategies for infectious diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using pre-clinical models to develop effective treatments for infectious diseases, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Jackson Laboratory
Bar Harbor, United States Active
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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.