Developing models to understand infectious diseases.
Official title: Pre-Clinical Models of Infectious Diseases
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11197644 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on creating models that mimic infectious diseases to help researchers find better treatments, so patients can eventually benefit from more effective therapies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 14, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024D00011-0-759302400001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11197644 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include individuals at risk for or affected by infectious diseases.
✕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 effects. By utilizing these models, researchers aim to evaluate potential medical countermeasures and treatments before they are tested in humans. Patients may benefit from advancements in therapies that arise from these models, as they can lead to more effective treatments for infectious diseases. The approach involves rigorous testing and development of reagents and methodologies to ensure accurate representation of disease processes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more effective treatments and preventive measures for infectious diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in developing pre-clinical models for infectious diseases, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, 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.