Developing models to understand infectious diseases
Official title: Pre-Clinical Models of Infectious Diseases
Funded at University of Georgia · NIH-11197648 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about building models that mimic infectious diseases so researchers can learn how they work and find better treatments, which could help patients like you in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Georgia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Athens, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | July 14, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,500 |
| NIH project number | 75N93024D00035-0-759302400002-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11197648 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals at risk of infectious diseases or those who have been diagnosed with such conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-infectious diseases or those who are 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 utilizing these models, researchers aim to test new medical countermeasures and interventions before they are applied in clinical settings. Patients may benefit from the insights gained through these models, which could lead to more effective therapies for infectious diseases in the future.
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: Previous research has shown success in using pre-clinical models to advance understanding and treatment of infectious diseases, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Georgia
Athens, 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.